Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,326 per week in Peoria, IL

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Peoria
Posted on: April 5, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical Location: Peoria, IL Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,326 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Peoria, Illinois, 61637! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN (Registered Nurse) Specialty: Surgical Acute - Medical Surgical Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-Hour Nights Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 1 year License: Active Illinois License required Certifications: BLS Must-Have: Post-operative care experience, critical thinking skills, strong bedside manner, team player Description: The position is for a registered nurse in a surgical acute medical surgical unit. The unit has a total of 63 beds, including private and observation beds. Patient ratios are 4-5 patients per RN during the day and 5-6 patients per RN at night. Common patient diagnoses include post-operative surgical cases, trauma, and overflow medical needs. Staff will perform dressing changes, wound care, IV therapy, pain management, and care for drains and NG tubes. The RN will be part of a team that includes charge nurses and house supervisors available 24/7. Patient care techs will assist with vital signs, activities of daily living, turning, and ambulation. RNs will not be required to titrate drips; Heparin is the only titratable medication. Telemetry monitoring is available, and RNs will not be expected to read their own strips, as monitor techs will be present. There will be a weekend requirement of every other weekend and a holiday rotation. Travelers may be asked to float to units with similar experience. All staff are expected to follow the dress code policies for scrubs and colors. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse portfolio of experiences adds depth to your professional profile. This can be beneficial if you decide to pursue leadership roles, advanced degrees, or specialized certifications. Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. If you enjoy outdoor activities, travel nursing in different regions provides opportunities for adventure sports like hiking, skiing, or water sports, depending on the assignment location. Tailor your career path by selecting assignments that align with your professional goals and interests. This customization allows you to focus on areas of healthcare that resonate with your passion. Travel nursing encourages self-reliance and independence. Managing your assignments, travel logistics, and personal well-being in new locations enhances your ability to thrive in diverse circumstances. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29527082EXPTEMP

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