Travel IMC/Stepdown RN - $2,146 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Intermediate Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• 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: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an IMC/Stepdown/PCU position at a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital, requiring at least 1 year of experience and an active IL RN license.

Details

• IMC/Stepdown/PCU unit within a 562-bed Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital
• Day shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (6:45 AM – 7:15 PM)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within scope is required, including to nearby affiliate hospitals
• No on-call responsibilities
• Charting system: Cerner (experience preferred)
• Patient population includes cardiac, neurological, orthopedic, respiratory, renal, and post-surgical cases

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required — pending licensure not accepted
• Required certifications: BLS and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS); ACLS preferred
• AHA or Red Cross certifications accepted; RQI AHA cards are not accepted
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Required setting experience: Telemetry, Neuro Stepdown, PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown
• Required cardiac monitoring skills: dysrhythmia interpretation and management, telemetry monitoring, and Rapid Response Team utilization
• Required cardiovascular skills: Post Cardiac Angiogram, Post MI, Pre/Post Cardiac Cath, Pre/Post Cardiac Surgery, Sheath Removal, and TR Band
• Required IV/vascular skills: port access, arterial line management, blood product administration, central line care, PICC line management, phlebotomy, and peripheral line care
• Required medication skills: Heparin protocols, cardiac and vasoactive drip management (including titration), PCA, and procedural sedation administration
• Required neurological case experience: CVA, TBI, craniotomy, spinal cord injury, and pre/post neurosurgery
• Required respiratory skills: ventilated patient care, chest tube management, CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, ABG interpretation, and tracheostomy management
• Required GI/GU experience: feeding tube care, pre/post hemodialysis management, and renal failure
• Required orthopedic experience: ortho trauma, total joint replacements, and peripheral nerve block catheters
• Additional required skills: wound care/wound vac, isolation precautions, skin grafts, and surgical drain management
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Level I Trauma experience preferred
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Teaching hospital and Level I Trauma center environment
• Magnet-designated facility
• Any solid scrub color is acceptable
• Parking is available at no cost with a permit (form completed during orientation)
• RTO of up to 5 days is generally accommodated; requests beyond 5 days require facility approval
• Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Former permanent or PRN employees of the Memorial Hospital System must have been separated for at least 12 months before being eligible to apply as a traveler
• Travel pairs are not accepted at this facility
• Local candidates are accepted with no radius restriction
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-707261. 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 - Telemetry - Intermediate Care

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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