Travel Surgical Unit Registered Nurse

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  04/06/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Apr 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Surgical unit (T7) position requiring Epic EMR experience and Level 1 Trauma background, with day shift hours in an Illinois hospital setting.

• Hospital surgical unit (T7) caring for a complex post-operative patient population
• Provides care for patients with tracheostomies, wound vacs, complex wound management, and new ostomies
• Collaborates with general surgical and oral & maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) residency services
• Day shift schedule: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, 3 days per week (36 hours/week)
• On-call required on a rotation basis
• 13-week contract

• Active IL RN license in good standing (temporary license accepted)
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Minimum 1 year of relevant RN experience
• Epic EMR experience required
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Associate's degree in Nursing (ASN) required; BSN preferred
• English proficiency required (speaking, reading, and writing)

• Performs comprehensive patient assessments, develops and modifies plans of care, and implements nursing interventions throughout the post-operative phase
• Responsible for accurate and up-to-date nursing documentation to support the healthcare team
• Patient and family education on new ostomies and other post-operative care needs
• Contributes to peer development and engages in ongoing professional learning
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract
• Travelers who have been on continuous assignment at this health system for 1 year must either convert to permanent employment or take a 6-month break before returning to any facility within the system

American Traveler Job  #P-682862. 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.