Travel Surgical 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: 09/14/2026 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: Sep 14, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a Surgical Acute night shift position requiring at least 1 year of post-op nursing experience and an active IL RN license. 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 RN to patient ratios of 4-5:1 on days and 5-6:1 on nights, potentially up to 1:6 days and 1:7 nights when needed 12-hour night shifts, 1930-0730 Every other weekend required (Saturday and Sunday) Rotating holiday coverage required, every other holiday No call or standby requirements Uses EPIC EMR Some patients on telemetry with Phillips monitors; central monitor techs read strips, not bedside RNs No ventilator management required; RT manages nebulizers, RNs manage inhalers and can place patients on CPAP or high flow No drip titration required except Heparin Charge RNs (2 pre-assigned per shift) do not take patient assignments; house supervisor available 24/7 PCT support available at 7-10 patients per PCT on days and 10-15 on nights, assisting with vitals, accu checks, ADLs, turning, and ambulation Travelers are first to float, floating to units of similar experience level Block scheduling may be considered if approved at time of contract; travelers do not self-schedule Requirements Active IL RN license required BLS certification (AHA) required Minimum 1 year of RN experience required Post-op surgical care experience and strong critical thinking skills required Good bedside manner and ability to work well within a team required Negative drug screen required for all panels Additional Information Provide direct patient care for post-op surgical and overflow medical patients including wound care, IV therapy, drain management, and pain management Unit-specific orientation includes 2 shifts with a preceptor plus one 12-hour shift for EPIC and professional orientation with a unit educator Scrubs of any color permitted Local candidates with a permanent address within 50 miles are eligible for local pay rates No radius rule restricting eligibility for the position COVID vaccination is not required for consideration American Traveler Job ID P-749755. 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.