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Travel Surgical Acute RN - $2,347 per week

American Traveler

  • Peoria, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • $2,347 Per Week

Highlights

Patient population includes post-op surgical, trauma, and overflow medical patients requiring dressing changes, wound care, IV therapy, pain management, drains, NGs, central lines, and TPN. American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 13-week night shift assignment on a busy Surgical Acute unit, requiring an active IL RN license and at least 1 year of experience.

Numbers & Facts

LocationPeoria, IL

Description

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: ASAP
  • 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: Oct 26, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 13-week night shift assignment on a busy Surgical Acute unit, requiring an active IL RN license and at least 1 year of experience.

Details

  • Surgical Acute unit in an acute care hospital setting with 63 beds (49 private, 9 observation)
  • Patient population includes post-op surgical, trauma, and overflow medical patients requiring dressing changes, wound care, IV therapy, pain management, drains, NGs, central lines, and TPN
  • Nurse-to-patient ratios of 4-5 on days and 5-6 on nights, with possible increases to 1:6 days and 1:7 nights as needed
  • 12-hour night shifts from 1930-0730
  • Every other weekend required (Saturday and Sunday)
  • Rotates every other holiday
  • No call or standby requirements
  • Travelers float first to units with similar experience level; ICU RNs floating to general units take a team of 3 patients
  • Uses EPIC EMR
  • Telemetry monitoring available via Phillips monitors with central station monitor techs; bedside RNs do not read strips
  • PCTs support with ratios of 7-10 patients on days and 10-15 on nights, assisting with vitals, accu checks, ADLs, turning, and ambulation
  • Charge RNs are pre-assigned and do not take patient assignments; house supervisor available 24/7
  • No vent management required; RNs manage inhalers and may place patients on CPAP
  • RNs are not required to titrate drips except Heparin

Requirements

  • Active IL RN license required
  • BLS certification (AHA) required
  • Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
  • Post-op patient care experience required
  • Strong critical thinking skills and ability to ask for help when needed
  • Good bedside manner and team-oriented approach
  • EPIC EMR experience preferred

Additional Information

  • Provide direct patient care for post-surgical, trauma, and overflow medical patients including wound care and IV therapy management
  • Unit orientation includes 2 shifts with a preceptor plus one additional 12-hour shift for EPIC and professional orientation with a unit educator
  • Any color scrubs permitted
  • Local candidates welcome; reduced local rate applies to clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility
  • No radius restriction for eligibility
  • COVID vaccination not required
  • Requested time off must be submitted at time of consideration
  • First-time travelers may be considered for this role

American Traveler Job ID #P-767321. 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 - Med/Surg

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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