Travel Acute Neuro Medical-Surgical RN - $2,380 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Med Surg

Discipline : RN

Start Date : 11 / 10 / 2025

Duration : 18 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift : 12 hours, nights

Employment Type : Travel

Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg Acute night shift position requiring an active IL RN license and prior dedicated neuro unit experience.

Responsibilities Position is in the Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit within an acute care hospital setting

54-bed unit with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1 : 4-5 on days and 1 : 5-6 on nights

Patient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and medical overflow cases

Responsible for titration of Heparin drips based on PTT and care of neuroscience patients

EPIC EMR system is used; prior experience with EPIC preferred

Phillips telemetry monitors are used and nurses are not required to read their own strips

Night shifts are 12 hours (1900-0700), scheduled in blocks of three with every other weekend and holiday rotation

Float required within general unit rotation; if floated outside core unit, will be paired with a trained nurse and assigned tasks within competency

Care delivery supported by 24 / 7 charge nurse and house supervisor; charge nurse usually is not assigned patient care

Support staff includes nurse aides and patient care techs with varied ratios by shift

High flow oxygen is rarely used and limited to stable COVID cases

Orientation includes two days of unit-specific and EMR training with preceptorship

Scrub color is not specified, but all tattoos must be covered while on duty and only ear piercings are allowed

Every other weekend and holiday coverage required

No call or standby responsibilities

No COVID vaccination required for this position

Local candidates are accepted with a local rate adjustment for those residing within 50 miles

Requirements Active IL RN license required prior to start

Current certifications in BLS (AHA) and NIHSS required

Minimum of 1 year recent experience required

Must have prior experience working on a dedicated neuro unit

Level 1 trauma experience required

Must have previous travel experience; first time travelers are not considered

Heparin drip titration experience based on PTT required

All licenses and certifications must be active at the time of consideration

Benefits High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-624427. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg - Neuro

About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.