Travel Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  04/06/2026
• 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:
  
  Apr 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical/Surgical position at a Level I Trauma Magnet hospital in Springfield, IL, requiring a minimum of 2 years of Med/Surg experience and an active IL RN license.

• Acute care hospital setting with 562 staffed beds
• Medical/Surgical unit with an average daily census of 22 patients
• Level I Trauma Center and Magnet-designated facility
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (18:45–07:15)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating to other units within scope as needed
• No on-call requirements
• Charting system:
  Cerner
• Scrubs:
  Any solid color
• Free parking with permit obtained during orientation

• Active Illinois (IL) RN license currently in hand required
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg experience required
• Orthopedic trauma experience required
• Experience with surgical drains required
• Cardiac monitoring skills: remote telemetry monitoring and use of Rapid Response Teams
• Gastrointestinal skills: colostomy care and feeding tube care/management
• Genitourinary/renal skills: pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure care
• IV therapy skills: blood product administration, central line blood draw, peripheral line care, PICC line management, and starting IVs
• Medication administration experience:
  Heparin, Insulin, and PCA
• Neurological skills: spinal cord injury care
• Respiratory skills: CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, nasal cannula, non-invasive airway management, oral suctioning, oxygen face masks, portable oxygen, pre/post thoracic surgery care, and tracheostomy management
• Professional skills: isolation precautions and wound care/wound vac management

• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position
• Local candidates are accepted with no radius restriction
• Schedule requests should be discussed with the manager; block scheduling may be accommodated
• RTO is ideally limited to no more than 5 days for the duration of the assignment
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-681470. 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

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.