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: 11/09/2026 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: Nov 9, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg RN for a Surgical Acute unit requiring an active IL RN license and prior post-op care experience. Details Work in the Surgical Acute unit of an acute care hospital with 63 beds (49 private, 9 observation) Patient population includes post-op surgical, trauma, and overflow medical patients requiring dressing changes, wound care, IV therapy, pain management, drains, NGs, central lines, and TPN RN to patient ratios of 4-5 days and 5-6 nights, with possible increases up to 1:6 days and 1:7 nights as needed 12-hour night shifts from 1930-0730 Every other weekend required (Saturday and Sunday) Rotating holiday requirement every other holiday No call or standby requirement Travelers float first, typically to units of similar experience level Some patients on telemetry monitored via Phillips monitors with central station monitor techs; bedside RNs do not read strips CPAP and high flow respiratory equipment used; RNs manage inhalers and can place patients on CPAP, no vent management required RNs are not required to titrate drips except Heparin Charge RNs are pre-assigned and do not take patient assignments; House Supervisor coverage 24/7 PCTs support the unit with ratios of 7-10 patients per PCT on days and 10-15 on nights Uses EPIC EMR Requirements Active IL RN license required BLS certification (AHA) required Minimum 1 year of nursing experience required Post-op patient care experience required Strong critical thinking skills and good bedside manner required Comfortable working as part of a team and asking for help when needed Additional Information Provide direct nursing care to post-surgical and overflow medical patients including wound care, IV therapy, and pain management Unit-specific orientation includes two shifts with a preceptor plus one 12-hour shift for EPIC training and professional orientation with a unit educator Scrubs of any color are accepted Block scheduling may be considered if approved at time of contract; travelers do not self-schedule Local candidates welcome, with reduced local rate applying to clinicians within 50 miles of the facility No radius restriction for position eligibility COVID vaccination is not required for this facility American Traveler Job ID P-774642. 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.