Job Description

Job Description

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: 02/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift position in Illinois, requiring an active IL RN license and strong orthopedic experience.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Work in a 38-bed Medical Surgical unit within an acute care Level I trauma center
• Ortho cases with consideration for Med/Surg RNs who have good orthopedic experience
• Night shifts of either 3x12 or 4x12 hours (18:45-06:45)
• Required to work every third weekend
• Floating to other Med/Surg departments within scope may be required
• Cerner charting system is used on the unit
• Responsible for providing care to a varied Med/Surg and orthopedic patient population
• Magnet-designated hospital environment
• No on-call requirements for this position
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• No restrictions for local candidates
• RTO requests ideally limited to no more than 5 days
• Any solid color scrubs are permitted
• Parking provided at no cost with permit obtained during orientation

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active Illinois RN license required at the time of application
• Minimum of 2 years of recent Med/Surg nursing experience required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS preferred
• Telemetry experience preferred
• IV therapy and phlebotomy skills required, including PICC line management and starting IVs
• Previous travel nurse experience preferred
• Cerner EMR experience is preferred

\n Benefits\n

• 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

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American Traveler Job ID #P-659301. 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 - 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.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Local area, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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