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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Acute Care Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Acute Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
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: Oct 12, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Med/Surg Short Stay Unit position requiring at least 1 year of gen med/surg experience and NIHSS certification.
Details
Acute care setting in a 13-bed Short Stay Unit
Nurse to patient ratio of 1:5
Fast-paced, high patient turnover department
Patient population includes stroke, trauma, cardiac, and general medical diagnoses (UTI, COPD, cellulitis)
Uses EPIC EMR
RNs are not required to titrate drips
RNs use Bi-pap, C-pap (PRN or nights), and high flow equipment for troubleshooting only
House-wide telemetry monitoring via Phillips Monitoring; RNs not required to read EKG strips
Charge RN on all shifts who also takes a patient assignment, plus 24/7 House Supervisor
PCTs on unit: 2 on days, 1 on nights, assisting with patient care, vitals, accu checks, and hourly rounding
12-hour day shifts )
Weekend requirement of 6 shifts within a 6-week schedule
No on-call or standby requirements
Travelers are first to float; if floated to higher acuity units without experience, used in a team nursing support role
Requirements
Active IL RN license required
BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
General med/surg experience required
BSN not required
Negative drug screen required for all panels
Additional Information
Provide direct patient care within a general medical/surgical short stay unit
Unit-specific orientation includes 1-2 shifts with a preceptor
Holiday coverage required for every other holiday
No specific scrub color required; scrubs not provided; pediatric scrub tops should be avoided
Local rate applies for clinicians with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility, though no radius rule restricts eligibility
First-time travelers are welcome to apply
American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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.
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Worksite address
peoria, IL, 61639, US
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