Travel Medical-Surgical RN (Urology/Nephrology)
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$37 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Springfield, Illinois |
About this job
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 07/20/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical/Surgical - Urology/Nephrology position at a Magnet-designated, Level I trauma center requiring an active IL RN license and a minimum of 2 years of Med/Surg experience.
Details- Acute care hospital setting — 562-bed, Magnet-designated, Level I trauma center
- 25-bed Medical Surgical unit specializing in Urology/Nephrology with an average daily census of 23
- Patient population includes renal failure, pre/post hemodialysis management, and genitourinary cases
- Specialized skills utilized include remote telemetry monitoring, rapid response team activation, chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac), CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, and heparin administration
- IV therapy skills required: blood product administration, central line blood draw, peripheral line care, PICC line management, and starting IVs
- Additional clinical skills required: wound care/wound vac, isolation precautions, and oral suctioning
- Charting via Cerner EMR
- Day shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM
- Every other weekend required
- Floating required to other Medical Surgical units within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital
- No on-call requirements
- Active IL RN license required — pending licenses are not accepted
- Current BLS certification required (AHA or Red Cross accepted; RQI AHA cards not accepted)
- Minimum 2 years of Medical/Surgical nursing experience required
- Med/Surg or Med/Surg Telemetry work setting experience required
- Cerner EMR experience required
- SSN and DOB required for consideration
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply, provided they have a solid Med/Surg nursing foundation with 2+ years of experience
- Candidates must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
- RTO requests should ideally be no more than 5 days; requests beyond 5 days require facility approval
- Any former permanent or PRN employee of the Memorial Hospital System must have been separated for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler
- Travel pairs are not accepted
- Local candidates are accepted with no radius restriction
- Any solid color scrubs are acceptable
- Free parking is available on-site via a permit obtained during orientation
- 13-week contract
American Traveler Job ID #P-723571. 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 TravelerWith 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.
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