Travel Med Surg RN - $2,398 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: 09/28/2026 Duration: 21 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 28, 2026 Length: 21 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a Level I trauma center's Adult Medical Specialty Unit, requiring an active IL RN license and central line, tracheostomy, and chest tube experience. Details Acute care Adult Medical Specialty Unit (AMSU) within a Level I trauma center 56-bed unit with private and semi-private rooms Nurse to patient ratio of 1:4-5 on days (0700-2300) and 1:5-6 on nights (2300-0730) Common diagnoses include cellulitis, sepsis, dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, syncope, anemia, uncontrolled diabetes, acute respiratory failure, liver failure, kidney failure, and behavioral health/addictions RNs are not required to titrate drips, though common titratable drips include Heparin and Lasix Free charge RN available on each shift and does not take a patient assignment PCTs support the unit at a 1:8-10 ratio, assisting with vital signs, accuchecks, bladder scans, and ADLs RT equipment includes Bipap/Cpap for sleep apnea, inhaler administration, and suctioning House-wide telemetry monitored remotely with strips viewable on pack or computer using Phillips monitors Schedule consists of 3x12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM-7:30 PM) Every other weekend required (Sat/Sun for days, Fri/Sat for nights) Floating required on a rotation basis to other acute care gen-med areas including nephrology, neuro, ortho, and oncology No call or standby requirement Uses EPIC EMR Requirements Active IL RN license required at time of consideration BLS (AHA) certification required Minimum 1 year of RN experience required Experience with central lines, tracheostomies, and chest tubes required EPIC experience preferred Prior travel experience on a Med/Surg floor preferred, though candidates with Level I trauma center experience and EPIC experience will be considered without travel experience Negative drug screen required for all panels Additional Information Provide direct patient care on a busy acute care Med/Surg unit within a Level I trauma facility Unit-specific orientation consists of 2-3 shifts in addition to 12 hours of general orientation Holiday coverage requirements vary Dress code allows any color of professional scrubs, with no visible tattoos and no visible piercings except ears COVID vaccination is not required for consideration Local candidates are welcome to apply American Traveler Job ID P-750735. 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.