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Travel Neuro Telemetry RN - $2,347 per week

American Traveler

  • Rockford, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • $2,347 Per Week

Highlights

Treats neurological, medical, surgical, and cardiovascular conditions including CVA, TIA, syncope, encephalopathy, altered mental status, brain mass, and cardiac diagnostic/intervention/surgical cases. 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationRockford, IL

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Rockford, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/16/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a night-shift RN for a Neuro Telemetry unit requiring IL licensure and at least one year of neuro/telemetry experience.

Details

  • 23-bed Neuro Telemetry unit in a Level 1 trauma acute care hospital
  • Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6
  • Treats neurological, medical, surgical, and cardiovascular conditions including CVA, TIA, syncope, encephalopathy, altered mental status, brain mass, and cardiac diagnostic/intervention/surgical cases
  • Also receives Adult Medical Specialty Unit patient overflow
  • Uses EPIC EMR
  • 12-hour night shifts (7p-730a)
  • Self-scheduling available, with manager accommodation when possible
  • Every other weekend required (Friday/Saturday nights)
  • Every other holiday required
  • No call or standby requirement
  • Float to any unit in the hospital except OB, OR, and ED
  • Charge nurse staffed every shift, typically free of patient assignment
  • Nurse aides/patient care techs on unit, typically covering 7-13 patients
  • CPAP/BiPap used at night; no ventilators; nasal cannula used
  • Philips monitoring system used; house-wide monitor techs interpret telemetry strips so RNs are not required to read their own

Requirements

  • Active IL RN license required
  • BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required (AHA only)
  • Minimum 1 year of nursing experience required
  • Neuro and telemetry experience required
  • BSN not required
  • Must pass a negative drug screen for all panels as part of OSF's Drug-Free Campus policy

Additional Information

  • Provide direct nursing care for neurological, cardiovascular, and medical-surgical patients on a telemetry unit
  • 1-2 shifts of unit-specific orientation provided
  • 12 hours of non-billable orientation required before guaranteed hours apply
  • Any color professional scrub permitted; closed toe shoes required; no hoodies, artificial nails, or nail alterations
  • COVID vaccination not required for this facility
  • Local candidates accepted with no radius rule restricting eligibility
  • First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-779668. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry

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.

 

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