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: 11/30/2026 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 30, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg unit on night shift, requiring prior dedicated neuro unit experience and an active IL RN license. Details Acute care Neuro Med-Surg unit with 54 beds (semi-private rooms) Patient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and other neuroscience diagnoses, with occasional medical overflow Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4-5 on day shift and 1:5-6 on nights 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) required Every other holiday rotation required No call or standby requirements Floating required in rotation with staff to general unit floors; floats outside the unit limited to competent skills under supervision Charge nurse and house supervisor available 24/7 Patient care techs/aides support staffing at ratios of 1:9-10 days/evenings and 1:10-12 nights Uses EPIC EMR House-wide telemetry monitoring (Phillips monitors) with dedicated tele techs, so RNs are not required to read strips RNs required to titrate drips, including heparin based on PTT Requirements Active IL RN license required Minimum 1 year of nursing experience required Required certifications: BLS (AHA) and NIHSS Level 1 trauma center experience required Prior experience working on a dedicated neuro unit required Prior travel nursing experience required Heparin drip titration experience required Additional Information Provide direct patient care for neuroscience diagnoses including stroke, seizure, spine surgery, and brain tumor cases Troubleshoot respiratory therapy equipment including high flow oxygen for stable patients No scrub color requirement, but tattoos must be covered and only ear piercings are permitted while on duty Orientation includes 2 days of computer and unit-specific training with an educator, plus patient care experience with a preceptor First-time travelers are not eligible for this position Local candidates may be considered under a reduced local pay rate American Traveler Job ID P-781623. 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 - 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.