Travel Medical-Surgical RN - Urology/Nephrology - $2,002 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• 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 a Med/Surg – Urology/Nephrology position at a Level I trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital in Springfield, IL, requiring an active IL RN license and a minimum of 2 years of Med/Surg experience.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting on a 25-bed Medical Surgical – Urology/Nephrology unit with an average daily census of 23
• Day shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required to other Med/Surg units within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital
• No on-call requirements
• Cerner EMR used; experience required
• Specialized skills used include telemetry/remote monitoring, Rapid Response Team protocols, pre/post hemodialysis management, renal failure care, chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac), CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, and wound care/wound vac
• IV therapy skills required: blood product administration, central line blood draw, peripheral line care, PICC line management, and starting IVs
• Heparin administration experience required

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required; pending licensure not accepted
• BLS certification required (AHA or Red Cross accepted; RQI AHA cards not accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg nursing experience required
• Med/Surg or MS/Tele work setting experience required
• Experience with telemetry remote monitoring and use of Rapid Response Teams required
• Genitourinary/renal case experience required, including pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure
• Cerner EMR experience required
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Level I trauma center and Magnet-designated facility with 562 staffed beds
• First-time travelers are welcome; candidates should demonstrate a solid Med/Surg foundation with 2+ years of experience
• Any former permanent or PRN employee of the Memorial Hospital System must have been separated for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler
• Travel pairs are not accepted
• Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• RTO requests ideally should not exceed 5 days for the assignment; requests beyond 5 days require facility approval
• Local candidates are accepted with no radius requirement
• Any solid color scrubs are acceptable
• Free parking is available with a permit obtained during orientation

American Traveler Job ID #P-713886. 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

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.

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