Travel Acute Rehab RN - $2,326 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care Rehabilitation for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Rehabilitation
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• 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 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a 13-week night shift Acute Rehab Unit position requiring an active IL RN license and strong neuro nursing skills.

Details

• Work in the Acute Rehab Unit (29 beds) of a post-acute care hospital setting
• Patient population includes neuro, neurosurgery, amputation, multi-trauma, cardiac, and complex medical cases (trachs, no vents)
• Patient ratios are 5:1 on days and 6:1 on nights
• Nurse aide support available at a 1:9/10 ratio
• PT, OT, and speech therapy services available on unit
• Respiratory support limited to CPAP/BiPAP for sleep apnea and nasal cannula (including high-flow, but not heated high-flow)
• Tele packs used but not monitored by RNs
• RNs are not required to titrate drips, with heparin as the only common titratable drip
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Required to work every other weekend
• Holiday rotation required, every other holiday
• No call or standby requirements
• Floating required to LTAC and med-surg units, with no floating to HAU unless trained
• Required to attend team conferences for acute inpatient rehab

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• BSN not required
• Strong neuro nursing skills required
• Must be able to produce a negative drug screen for all panels as part of a Drug-Free Campus policy

Additional Information

• Provide rehabilitative nursing care to patients with neuro, cardiac, trauma, and complex medical diagnoses
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are eligible for a local rate
• Unit-specific orientation includes 2 days of classroom training followed by 2-3 days/nights with a preceptor, including training on QRP and rehab-specific documentation
• Any color scrubs permitted, but t-shirts are not allowed unless approved
• COVID vaccination is not required for consideration
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-737935. 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 - Rehab - In Patient

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.