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: 12/08/2025
- Duration: 18 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Med/Surg-Nephrology position requiring an active IL RN license and BLS certification.
Responsibilities
- Work in an acute care hospital on a 21-bed Nephrology Medical Surgical unit
- Patient population includes ESRD, AKI, dialysis, transplant, urology, and general medicine overflow
- Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4-5 on days and 1:5-6 on nights
- Shift is three 12-hour nights per week (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM) with every other weekend and holiday rotation
- No on-call requirements
- Floating may be required to general medicine units and occasionally as a sitter or to ED or ICUs as a helper
- Uses Epic EMR, prior Epic experience preferred but not required
- Overhead lift equipment in all rooms and bedside shift report required
- Perform bedside reports and frequent patient rounding
- Collaborate closely with PCTs who assist with vital signs, baths, activity, blood glucose checks, and foley care
- Charge nurse and house supervisor available 24/7, with charge nurse generally without a patient assignment
- BiPAP and CPAP used for sleep only; respiratory therapists available for support; nurses administer inhalers
- Telemetry monitored on another unit; nurses receive alerts for rhythm changes
- Scrubs may be any color; no artificial nails, gel nails, chipped polish, visible tattoos, or piercings
- Three-day unit-specific orientation with preceptor provided
- Self-scheduling available with flexibility to meet traveler needs
- No COVID-19 vaccine required
- Local candidates are accepted at a different rate if residing within 50 miles
Requirements
- Active IL RN license at time of consideration
- One year of RN experience required
- BLS (AHA) certification required
- General medical-surgical nursing background required
- Nephrology or urology experience preferred
- Must pass a drug screening for all panels
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-634086. 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
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.
