Cross Country Nurses 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: 10/26/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Medical Surgical Floor Nurse Night Shift Location unspecified. This position involves providing patient care for post-operative, trauma, overflow medical, and wound care patients in an acute care setting. The role requires critical thinking, teamwork, and bedside manner to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Job Details
- Position Description:
Unit notes specify a 63-bed surgical acute unit with private and observation beds. Responsibilities include post-op care, wound care, IV therapy, pain management, and managing drains, NGs, central lines, and TPN. - Required Qualifications:
Valid active Illinois license or confirmation of initiation of application process, BLS certification through the American Heart Association, and at least 1 year of clinical experience. - Schedule:
Nights shift; 12 hours per shift; minimum of 36 hours per week. - Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in post-op surgical care, critical thinking skills, good bedside manner, team player. - Additional Information:
Floor nurses do not titrate drips, handle common titratable infusions like Heparin, and manage ventilators, CPAP, and high flow oxygen devices. Telemetry patients are monitored via Phillips monitors at the central station. Float rotation may be required, with float-to-same level or team unit assignment. Orientation includes two shifts with a preceptor, plus additional training on EPIC and unit procedures.
Benefits
- The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Posted Date: 2026-10-03
Cross Country Job ID #1309418. 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: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Floor
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus