Travel Neuro Med-Surg RN

Company: American Traveler
Location: Peoria
Posted on: March 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description 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: 03/30/2026 - 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: Mar 30, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Med-Surg Acute position requiring prior dedicated neuro unit and Level 1 trauma experience, with no first-time travelers considered. Details - 54-bed Neuro Med-Surg Acute unit in an acute care hospital setting - Patient population includes stroke, spine surgery, seizure, brain tumor, head injury, and general neuroscience cases, with some medical overflow - Day shift nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4–5; night shift is 1:5–6 - PCTs are available on all shifts (days/evenings 1:9–10, nights 1:10–12) - Charge nurse coverage 24/7 (does not take assignment unless staffing requires) and house supervisor available 24/7 - RNs are required to titrate drips, including heparin drips based on PTT - House-wide telemetry monitored by monitor techs; RNs are not required to read their own strips (Philips monitors) - High-flow oxygen used occasionally for stable patients - Epic EMR used in this position - 12-hour night shifts - Every other weekend required (both Saturday and Sunday) - Every other holiday required - No on-call or standby requirement - Float rotation with general unit staff; if floated outside the unit, assignment is limited to skills within competency and paired with a trained nurse Requirements - Active IL RN license required; pending licensure will not be accepted - Current BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required; pending certifications not accepted - Minimum 1 year of RN experience required - Prior experience on a dedicated neuro unit required - Level 1 trauma experience required - Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers will not be considered - Heparin drip titration experience required - 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility Additional Information - Orientation consists of approximately 3 days total: 2 days of computer and unit-specific training with an educator, plus 1 day of patient care with a preceptor - This is a drug-free campus; a negative drug screen is required - No scrub color requirement; tattoos must be covered while on duty; only ear piercings permitted - Scheduling requests are considered and accommodated when staffing allows - Local candidates are welcome to apply; candidates with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility are subject to a local pay rate - All licenses and certifications must be active at time of consideration American Traveler Job ID P-684274. 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.

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