Travel Intermediate Care Registered Nurse

Company: American Traveler
Location: Springfield
Posted on: March 6, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Intermediate Care for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Intermediate Care - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 04/06/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 48 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview - Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs - Hours: 48 hrs/wk - Start Date: Apr 6, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an IMC/Intermediate Care position at a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital, requiring an active IL RN license and a minimum of 2 years of telemetry or PCU experience. Details - IMC (Intermediate Care/Step-Down) unit within a 562-bed, Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital - General onsite telemetry unit with an average daily census of 38 patients - Patient ratio of 1:5–7 - Night shift schedule: 3x12 or 4x12 hours (18:45–07:15) - Every other weekend required - Floating required to like units within the hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals as needed - No on-call responsibilities - Uses Cerner for charting - Patient population includes cardiac, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, genitourinary/renal, neurological, and post-surgical cases - Cardiac monitoring including on-unit and remote telemetry - Cardiovascular case experience utilized: Post Cardiac Angiogram, Post MI, Pre/Post Cardiac Cath, Pre/Post Cardiac Surgery, Sheath Removal, and TR Band - IV therapy skills utilized: Accessing/Managing Ports, Arterial line management, Blood Product Administration, Central line care/management, PICC line management, and Starting IVs - Medication management includes Heparin Protocols, cardiac and vasoactive drip management with and without titration, and PCA - Respiratory skills utilized: Chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac), BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, and non-invasive airway management - Additional skills utilized: Feeding tube care, Pre/Post Hemodialysis management, renal failure management, CVA care, surgical drains, wound care/wound vac, and isolation precautions - 13-week assignment Requirements - Active IL RN license required — pending licenses are not accepted - Current ACLS and BLS certifications required (AHA or Red Cross only; RQI cards not accepted) - NIHSS certification preferred - Minimum 2 years of experience in a Telemetry, MS/Tele, PCU/DOU/IMC, or Stepdown setting required - Proficiency with Cerner EMR required - Experience with interpretation and management of dysrhythmias required - Experience with the full scope of IV therapy skills listed above required - Experience with cardiac drip titration, vasoactive drip titration, and Heparin Protocols required - Teaching hospital experience preferred - Level I Trauma experience preferred - Previous charge experience preferred - SSN and DOB required for consideration - Previous permanent or PRN employees of Memorial must have a 12-month gap before being considered as a traveler Additional Information - Local candidates are accepted with no radius restriction - First-time travelers are welcome to apply - RTO of 5 days or fewer can be accommodated; requests beyond 5 days require facility approval - Candidate must work 2 out of 3 major holidays - Any time off or scheduling requests should be submitted at the time of initial application - Block schedule requests may be discussed with the manager - Free parking is available on-site via a permit obtained during orientation - Any solid color scrubs are acceptable - This is a highly compliance-sensitive account — candidates should be prepared to complete all onboarding requirements promptly and in full American Traveler Job ID P-678424. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.

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