Travel Nurse - Nights - Neurology - Neurology

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• 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 an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit position requiring level 1 trauma and prior travel nursing experience.
Details

• Work in a 54-bed acute Neuro Med-Surg unit (semi-private rooms)
• Patient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and general neuroscience cases with some medical overflow
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4-5 on days and 1:5-6 on nights
• Nurse aide/PCT support available at ratios of 1:9-10 on days and evenings, and 1:10-12 on nights
• Charge nurse and house supervisor available 24/7, with charge nurse not typically taking an assignment
• House-wide telemetry monitoring (Phillips monitors) means RNs are not required to read their own strips
• RNs are required to titrate drips, including heparin gtt based on PTT
• High flow oxygen may occasionally be used for stable COVID patients
• 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) required
• Every other holiday coverage required
• Floating required in rotation with staff, primarily to general unit floors
• No call or standby requirements
• Uses EPIC EMR

Requirements
Active IL RN license (or application process must be initiated)
Current BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
Level 1 trauma experience required
Prior experience on a dedicated neuro unit required
Heparin drip titration experience required
Prior travel nursing experience required; no first-time travelers
BSN not required for this position
Additional Information
Provide direct patient care to neuroscience patients, including drip titration and monitoring
Unit orientation includes 2 days with an educator covering computer systems and unit specifics, plus 1 day with a preceptor for hands-on patient care
No scrub color requirement, but tattoos must be covered and only ear piercings are permitted while on duty
Local candidates accepted; local rate applies to clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility
No radius rule restricting eligibility
American Traveler Job ID #P-738618. 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 - Neuro
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.