Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg/Telemetry - $2,524 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Quincy, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/13/2026 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 13, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a Level II Trauma facility in Illinois, requiring Epic EMR experience and a minimum of 2 years of surgical nursing experience. Details Inpatient Med/Surg Telemetry unit (3rd floor) in an acute care hospital setting 48-bed unit spread across two buildings Patient population includes post-surgical cases such as laminectomy, cervical fusion, joint replacements (hips/knees), ostomies, hernia repair, fem pop bypass, BKA/AKA, as well as dialysis, sepsis, and chronic pain management Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4–6 on days and 1:5–6 on nights; LPNs, virtual admission/discharge nurses, and CNAs are available to support the team Primary care nursing model is frequently used — candidates must be comfortable with this model RNs are required to interpret their own telemetry strips; a tele monitor tech is also present on the unit; Draeger monitors used Heparin drips titrated per protocol; PCA pumps and occasional epidurals are used on the unit CPAP (home units) and Airvo may be present; BiPAP patients may remain on the unit; RT manages respiratory equipment Epic EMR is used; the facility is undergoing an Epic conversion in Q2 2026 13-week contract with 12-hour day shifts (3 shifts per week), starting at 7:00 AM Every other weekend required (Saturday and Sunday, both shifts) Holiday rotation shared with core staff No on-call or standby requirements Floating to like units only; if floated to a higher-acuity unit, the RN would serve in a helper capacity without a patient load Schedules are posted 6 weeks in advance; block scheduling is not guaranteed Requirements Active Illinois (IL) RN license required Current BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required Minimum 2 years of RN experience required; surgical nursing experience required Total joint replacement experience required Proficiency with PCA pumps, reversal agents (e.g., Narcan), sepsis management, TPN/Lipids, and narcotic administration required Epic EMR experience required Must be comfortable working in a primary care nursing model Additional Information Fast-paced unit with heavy patient loads; can receive 8–12 surgical admissions per day in addition to concurrent discharges Orientation consists of one 12-hour shift on the hired shift and unit; the first day runs 12–14 hours to complete competencies, computer-based modules, and general orientation Day shift charge nurse is typically facility staff and takes a smaller assignment; night shift charge may be a house supervisor who also assists with the floor CNAs are available but may be pulled for sitter duties, particularly on night shift Black scrubs required Candidates should be prepared to start quickly — the unit requests Quick Start Ready clinicians Local candidates are accepted for this position American Traveler Job ID P-691215. 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 Tele 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.