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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 12/15/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Intermediate Care (IMC) onsite telemetry position requiring an active Illinois license, 2 years of recent telemetry experience, and competency with cardiac and emergency response procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Intermediate Care (IMC) unit of an acute care, Level I trauma, Magnet-designated hospital
• General telemetry patient population with a daily census of approximately 38
• Night shifts available, with 3x12 or 4x12 hour schedules (18:45–07:15)
• Required to work every other weekend
• Floating to similar units as needed within scope of practice
• Uses Cerner electronic medical record
• Responsibilities include monitoring and managing complex telemetry patients and supporting pre/post cardiac and surgical cases
• Participation in emergency response and utilization of critical care interventions is required
• Team-oriented environment in a large, high-acuity hospital setting
• First time travelers are welcome to apply
• Parking permit is provided at no cost and is arranged during orientation
• Scrubs may be any solid color
• Holiday coverage may be required per department needs
• No radius requirement for local candidates
• All requests for time off should be limited to no more than 5 days

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required at time of application
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in MS/Tele, telemetry, cardiac tele, PCU, DOU, IMC, or stepdown settings
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, post cardiac angiogram and MI care, pre/post cardiac cath and surgery, and sheath removal
• Skills in cardiovascular, GI, GU/renal, IV therapy, blood product administration, and medication protocols including cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Experience with neurological emergencies (CVA), surgical drains, respiratory support devices (CPAP, BiPAP, HFNC), and wound/vac care
• Previous Cerner EMR experience required
• Charge, teaching hospital, and Level I trauma experience 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-636925. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Intermediate Care

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