Travel IMC Registered Nurse - $2,146 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Intermediate Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an IMC/Stepdown/PCU position at a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital, requiring an active IL RN license and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

Details

• IMC/Stepdown/PCU unit within a 562-bed Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital
• Day shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (0645–1915)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital is required of all travelers
• No on-call requirements
• Charting is done in Cerner
• Local candidates are accepted with no radius restriction
• RTO of up to 5 days is generally accommodated; requests exceeding 5 days require facility approval

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required; pending licenses are not accepted
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a Telemetry, Neuro Stepdown, PCU, DOU, IMC, or Stepdown setting
• Required certifications: BLS and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) — AHA or Red Cross accepted; RQI AHA cards are not accepted
• ACLS preferred
• Cardiac monitoring skills required: dysrhythmia interpretation and management, telemetry unit monitoring, and Rapid Response Team activation
• Cardiovascular experience required: Post Cardiac Angiogram, Post MI, Pre/Post Cardiac Cath, Pre/Post Cardiac Surgery, sheath removal, and TR Band
• IV therapy and vascular access experience required: port access, arterial line management, blood product administration, central line care, PICC line management, phlebotomy, and peripheral line care
• Medication management experience required: heparin protocols, cardiac and vasoactive drip management and titration, PCA, and procedural sedation administration
• Neurological case experience required: CVA, craniotomy, Pre/Post neurosurgery, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury (TBI)
• Respiratory skills required: ventilated patient care, chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac), CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, ABG interpretation, tracheostomy management, and non-invasive airway management
• Additional clinical skills required: feeding tube care, Pre/Post hemodialysis management, renal failure management, wound care/wound vac, and isolation precautions
• Orthopedic experience required: ortho trauma, total joint replacements, and peripheral nerve block catheters
• Plastic surgery experience required: skin grafts and surgical drain management
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• Cerner experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Level I Trauma experience preferred

Additional Information

• Teaching hospital and Level I Trauma center environment
• Candidate must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Any current or former permanent or PRN employee of the Memorial Hospital System must have a 12-month separation before being eligible to apply as a traveler
• Travel pairs are not accepted
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position
• Any solid scrub color is acceptable
• Parking is available on-site at no cost with a permit obtained during orientation

American Traveler Job ID #P-713355. 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 - Telemetry - Intermediate Care

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.