Travel Neuro Med-Surg Acute RN - $2,362 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: 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: Aug 17, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Neuro Med-Surg unit requiring Level 1 trauma experience and prior dedicated neuro unit background. Details Acute care Med-Surg Neuro unit with 54 beds (2 semi-private) Patient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and other neuroscience diagnoses, with occasional medical overflow Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4-5 on days and 1:5-6 on nights Nursing aides/patient care techs support the unit at ratios of 1:9-10 on days and evenings and 1:10-12 on nights Charge nurse and house supervisor coverage 24/7, with charge nurse taking assignments only when short-staffed House-wide telemetry monitoring using Phillips monitors, so nurses are not required to read their own strips RNs required to titrate drips, including heparin gtt based on PTT High flow oxygen used for stable COVID patients only, which is rare on this unit 12-hour night shifts, scheduled as a single shift Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) and every other holiday required No call or standby requirements Floating required in rotation with staff to general unit floors; floating outside the general unit limited to competent skills with a trained nurse Requirements Active IL RN license required Required certifications: BLS (AHA) and NIHSS Minimum 1 year of RN experience required Level 1 trauma experience required Prior experience on a dedicated neuro unit required Heparin drip titration experience required EPIC EMR experience Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers will not be considered Additional Information Provide direct nursing care to neuroscience patients including stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, and head injury cases No scrub color requirement, but tattoos must be covered while on duty and only ear piercings are allowed Unit orientation consists of 2 days covering computer systems and unit-specific training with an educator, plus 1 day of patient care with a preceptor COVID vaccination is not required for this facility Local candidates accepted; local rate applies to clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility, resulting in a reduced bill rate American Traveler Job ID P-738619. 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 - 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.