Travel Neuro Med-Surg RN - $2,362 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• 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 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg night shift position requiring dedicated neuro unit and Level 1 trauma experience.

Details

• Work in the Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit of a 54-bed hospital department
• Care for patients with 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
• Nurse aide/PCT support at ratios of 1:9-10 on days/evenings and 1:10-12 on nights
• Charge nurse and house supervisor on-site 24/7, with charge nurse only taking assignments when short-staffed
• House-wide telemetry monitoring using Phillips monitors, so RNs are not required to read their own strips
• Occasional use of high-flow oxygen equipment for stable COVID patients
• RNs required to titrate drips, including heparin gtt based on PTT
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts on a single shift schedule
• Required to work every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) and every other holiday
• No call or standby requirements
• Floating required within the general unit float pool, with limited floating outside the unit only for urgent needs and matching skill competency

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required
• Current BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
• 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
• Previous travel nursing experience required

Additional Information

• Provide direct nursing care to neuroscience patients, including drip titration and monitoring
• Unit-specific orientation consists of 2 days covering computer systems and unit specifics with an educator, plus 1 day of patient care with a preceptor
• No specific scrub color required, but tattoos must be covered while on duty and only ear piercings are permitted
• Local candidates accepted, with local rate applying to clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility
• Negative drug screen required for all panels
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-737896. 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 - 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.