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
• 36 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 an Intermediate Care (IMC) position with telemetry experience and an active IL RN license requirement.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Work in the Intermediate Care Unit (IMC) of an acute care Level I trauma center
• Patient population includes cardiac, post-cardiac procedures, renal, respiratory, and neurological cases
• Average daily census is 38 patients
• Night shifts available with 3x12 or 4x12 hour schedules (18:45–07:15)
• Required to work every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required to similar units within scope as needed
• Cerner EMR experience required
• Provide care for complex cardiac, renal, neurological, and respiratory intermediate care patients
• Manage post-procedure and critically ill telemetry patients and respond to emergency situations
• Work in a Magnet-designated, teaching hospital environment
• Scrubs may be any solid color
• Parking permit required and provided at no cost
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Maximum of 5 days of requested time off
• Local candidates are accepted with no radius restrictions

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active IL RN license required at time of application
• Must have current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Minimum 2 years of recent IMC, Telemetry, Cardiac Tele, PCU, DOU, Stepdown, or Med/Surg Tele experience required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and telemetry (on-unit and remote)
• Skills required: post-cardiac catheterization, sheath removal, TR band, feeding tube management, pre/post hemodialysis management, arterial and central line care, blood product administration, IV therapy, and medication protocols including drips and PCA
• Respiratory equipment experience required, including chest tubes, external CPAP/BIPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, and non-invasive airway management
• Experience with wound care/wound vac, isolation precautions, and surgical drain management required
• Cerner EMR experience required
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Teaching hospital and Level I trauma experience 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-656987. 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 - Telemetry - Intermediate Care

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, Remote work, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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