Travel Medical Surgical RN - $2,344 per week

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: 04/13/2026
• 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 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg position at a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital in Springfield, IL, requiring PICC line management experience and an active IL RN license.

• 23-bed Medical Surgical unit within a 562-bed acute care hospital
• Level I Trauma Center and Magnet-designated facility
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts with an 18:45 start time
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within scope is required, including to nearby affiliate hospitals
• No on-call responsibilities
• Charting via Cerner (experience preferred)
• Block scheduling may be accommodated — discuss directly with the manager
• Free parking available with a permit obtained during orientation

• Active IL RN license required, or active application in process with an estimated completion date
• Current BLS and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications required; AHA and Red Cross accepted (RQI AHA cards not accepted)
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg RN experience required
• PICC line management and IV start experience required
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted with no radius restriction
• Any permanent or PRN employee of the Memorial Hospital System must have been separated for at least 12 months before being considered as a traveler
• Travel pairs are not accepted at this facility
• Candidates must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• RTO of 5 days or fewer is generally accommodated; anything beyond 5 days requires facility approval
• All time off requests should be submitted upfront
• Scrubs may be any solid color

American Traveler Job ID #P-687264. 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.