Travel Med Surg RN - Urology/Nephrology

Company: American Traveler
Location: Springfield
Posted on: March 20, 2026

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: 04/06/2026 - 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 6, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg - Urology/Nephrology position at a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital in Springfield, IL, with charge nurse responsibilities and a valid IL RN license required. Details - Acute care hospital setting — Level I Trauma Center and Magnet-designated facility with 562 staffed beds - Med/Surg unit specializing in Urology/Nephrology with an average daily census of 23 on a 25-bed unit - Patient population includes renal failure, pre/post hemodialysis, genitourinary cases, and complex medical/surgical patients - Procedures and skills utilized include telemetry remote monitoring, rapid response team activation, chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac), CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, blood product administration, PICC line management, central line blood draws, peripheral IV care, heparin administration, wound care/wound vac, and isolation precautions - Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 18:45–07:15 - Every other weekend required - Floating to other Med/Surg units required as needed - No on-call responsibilities - Charting via Cerner EMR Requirements - Active IL RN license currently in hand or actively in the application process - Current BLS certification required - Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg nursing experience required - Prior experience in a Med/Surg or Med/Surg Telemetry setting required - Telemetry and remote monitoring experience required - Experience with genitourinary/renal cases including pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure - Proficiency with IV therapy including PICC line management, central line blood draws, peripheral line care, and starting IVs - Experience with heparin administration - Respiratory care experience including chest tubes, CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, and non-invasive airway management - Cerner EMR experience required - 2 professional supervisory references from within the past 2 years required for consideration - Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration Additional Information - Will serve as Charge Nurse as needed during the assignment - First-time travelers are welcome — candidates should demonstrate a solid RN foundation with 2 years of Med/Surg experience - Local candidates are accepted with no radius restriction - RTO requests should ideally not exceed 5 days for the contract period — all time off requests must be submitted at the time of initial consideration - Any solid color scrubs are acceptable - Free parking is available with a permit obtained during orientation - 13-week contract American Traveler Job ID P-679434. 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 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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