Travel Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN - $2,290 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• 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: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a Critical Access Hospital in Illinois, requiring a minimum of 3 years of experience and an active IL RN license.

Details

• Critical Access Hospital setting with a 30-bed MS/Tele unit and an average daily census of 19 patients
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (18:30–07:00)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating is required for all travelers — within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate facility when census is low
• No on-call requirements
• Charting is done in Cerner
• Free parking is available on-site with a permit obtained during orientation
• Scrubs color required: grey

Requirements

• Active Illinois (IL) RN license required and must be in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA or Red Cross accepted; RQI AHA cards not accepted)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification preferred
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience required
• MS/Tele and Telemetry experience required
• Required cardiac monitoring skills: dysrhythmia interpretation and management, telemetry unit monitoring, and Rapid Response Team utilization
• Required endocrine/metabolic skills: IV insulin protocols and titration of insulin drips
• Required IV/phlebotomy skills: port access, blood product administration, central line care, peripheral line care, PICC line management, and starting IVs
• Required medication skills: heparin protocols and titration of vasoactive drips
• Required neurological experience: CVA management
• Required respiratory skills: CPAP/BiPAP, High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), nasal cannula, oxygen face masks, portable oxygen tanks, non-invasive airway management, and tracheostomy management
• Experience with feeding tube care and management required
• Experience with renal failure patients required
• Experience with total joint replacement patients required
• Proficiency in wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions required
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• Community hospital experience preferred

Additional Information

• 13-week contract
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted with no radius restriction
• Travel pairs are not accepted
• Candidates who have been a permanent or PRN employee of Memorial Hospital System must have been separated for at least 12 months before being eligible to apply as a traveler
• Candidates must be prepared to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• RTO of 5 days or fewer (non-holiday) can typically be accommodated; requests beyond that require facility approval — discuss any specific needs upfront
• Schedule requests and block scheduling should be discussed with the manager

American Traveler Job ID #P-707636. 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 Tele

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.