Travel Surgical Acute RN - $2,347 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: 10/26/2026 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: Oct 26, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 13-week night shift assignment on a busy Surgical Acute unit, requiring an active IL RN license and at least 1 year of experience. Details Surgical Acute unit in an acute care hospital setting with 63 beds (49 private, 9 observation) Patient population includes post-op surgical, trauma, overflow medical, wound care, IV therapy, pain management, drains, NGs, central lines, and TPN cases Nurse-to-patient ratios are 4-5:1 on days and 5-6:1 on nights, with potential increases to 1:6 days and 1:7 nights when needed Uses EPIC EMR 12-hour night shifts from 1930-0730 Every other weekend required (Saturday and Sunday) Rotates every other holiday No on-call or standby requirement Travelers float first to units with similar experience level; ICU RNs floating to general units take a team of 3 patients Dedicated charge RNs on each shift who do not take patient assignments, plus 24/7 house supervisor coverage PCTs support the unit with ratios of 7-10 patients per PCT on days and 10-15 on nights, assisting with vitals, accu checks, ADLs, turning, and ambulation No ventilator management required; CPAP and high flow are used, with RNs managing inhalers and CPAP placement while RT manages nebulizers Telemetry monitoring available with a central monitor station; bedside RNs are not required to read strips RNs are not required to titrate drips, though heparin is a common titratable drip on the unit Requirements Active IL RN license required BLS certification (AHA) required Minimum 1 year of experience required Strong critical thinking skills and post-op patient care experience required Comfortable asking for help when needed, with a strong bedside manner and team player attitude Additional Information Provide direct patient care for post-op surgical and overflow medical patients, including wound care and management of drains, central lines, and TPN Unit orientation includes 2 shifts with a preceptor plus one additional 12-hour shift for EPIC training and professional orientation with a unit educator Any color scrubs accepted Local candidates are welcome to apply First-time travelers may be considered for this position American Traveler Job ID P-767322. 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 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.