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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/08/2026 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: Dec 8, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a Level 1 Trauma Center requiring 2 years of recent acute care Med/Surg experience and an active IL RN license. Details Medical Surgical unit within a Level 1 Trauma Center hospital Night shift, 3x12 hours, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, no block scheduling Every other weekend required (2 weekends per month) No call requirements Mandatory float facility - clinicians may float within their specialty, outside their primary competency with team-based support, or to other facilities within 50 miles, with as little as 2 hours notice Refusal to float may result in cancellation of the assignment Uses Cerner charting system Requirements Active IL RN license required in hand at time of consideration (no pending licenses accepted)

Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Minimum 2 years of recent acute care Med/Surg experience required Cerner charting experience required Skills required: cardiac monitoring, emergency response, interpretation of dysrhythmias, use of Rapid Response/Code teams, isolation precautions/PPE, nasal cannula and non-invasive airway management, oxygen administration, IV therapy/phlebotomy, and peripheral line care Management of dysrhythmias and tracheostomy care/management preferred Two professional references required from most recent employers prior to start, with supervisor references from within the past 2 years Proof of COVID vaccination required with no exceptions (booster not required)

Additional Information Provide direct patient care within the Med/Surg unit, including cardiac monitoring and respiratory support RTO limited to 5 days max with no more than 2 consecutive days, and no weekend RTO approved No holiday RTO permitted, and no RTO the day before or after a holiday Contract may be subject to cancellation for call-outs on a holiday Local candidates accepted and preferred within a 75-mile radius of the facility Returning clinicians must complete full recredentialing and orientation, even if the prior break in contract was less than 30 days First-time travelers not considered for this assignment American Traveler Job ID P-785556. 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.