American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/19/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardio Thoracic Telemetry position requiring an active IL RN license and strong EKG interpretation skills.
Responsibilities
- Work in an acute care Cardio Thoracic Telemetry unit with 70 beds
- Patients include those with MI, CHF, A fib, COPD, pacemaker/AICD placements, lung surgery, and gen med overflow
- Unit uses Phillips tele monitors and the Epic EMR system
- Nurse to patient ratios are 1:4-5 during days and 1:5-6 at night
- Twelve-hour night shifts, 7:00pm–7:30am
- Weekend shifts required every other weekend
- Float assignment may include general medical units
- No on-call or standby requirement
- RNs required to titrate drips, perform medication titration, and troubleshoot CPAP/BiPAP in specified situations
- Unit supported by 24/7 charge nurse and house supervisor, with charge nurses rarely taking patient assignments
- Patient care tech support provided, with day ratios of 1:8-9 and night ratios of 1:10-12
- Orientation provided, typically one shift or less depending on prior OSF experience
- Holiday participation required, with rotating coverage for major holidays
- Dress code allows any color scrubs except children's/cartoon prints
- No COVID-19 vaccination required
- No radius rule applies; different rates may apply for local candidates with a permanent address within 50 miles
Requirements
- Active IL RN license in hand at the time of consideration
- Minimum of 2 years recent RN experience
- Current BLS certification from AHA required
- Strong EKG interpretation skills required
- Experience titrating drips such as Cardizem and heparin
- Ability to interpret telemetry strips required
- Experience with Epic EMR preferred
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-649907. 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 - Cardiac Telemetry
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.
