Travel Med Surg RN - $2,146 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN with Urology/Nephrology experience for a day shift position requiring an active IL RN license and at least 2 years of medical/surgical nursing experience.

Details

• Medical Surgical unit specializing in Urology/Nephrology within an acute care hospital
• 25-bed unit with an average daily census of 23 patients
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM
• Required to work every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required to other Medical Surgical units or nearby affiliate facilities
• Uses Cerner charting system

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required at time of application
• Current BLS certification required (AHA or Red Cross accepted; RQI cards not accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of medical/surgical nursing experience required
• Previous charge experience required
• Cerner charting experience required
• Experience in MS/Tele and Med/Surg settings required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring and emergency response, including telemetry remote monitoring and Rapid Response Team use
• Experience with genitourinary/renal case management, including pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure care
• Experience with IV therapy and phlebotomy, including blood product administration, central line blood draws, peripheral line care, PICC line management, and starting IVs
• Experience administering Heparin
• Experience with respiratory care including chest tubes, CPAP/BiPAP, high flow nasal cannula, nasal cannula, non-invasive airway management, oral suctioning, and portable oxygen tanks
• Experience with isolation precautions/PPE and wound care/wound vac management
• Level I Trauma and teaching hospital experience preferred
• Kidney transplant and urology/nephrology experience preferred
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Level I Trauma Center and Magnet-designated acute care hospital with 562 staffed beds
• Any solid color scrubs permitted
• Floating is required for all travelers within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• RTO requests of 5 days or fewer are typically accommodated; additional days require facility approval
• Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction
• First-time travelers considered, provided they have a solid foundation with more than 2 years of medical/surgical nursing experience
• Previous permanent or PRN employees of the hospital system must be separated for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler
• Travel pairs are not accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-737445. 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

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.