Job Description
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: 07/20/2026
- 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: Jul 20, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a Level II Trauma facility in Illinois, requiring Epic EMR experience and a background in surgical and total joint care.
Details
- Inpatient Med/Surg Telemetry unit (3rd floor) within an acute care, Level II Trauma hospital setting
- 48-bed unit spread across two buildings
- Patient population includes post-surgical cases such as laminectomies, cervical fusions, joint replacements (total hips/knees), ostomies, hernia repairs, fem pop bypass, BKA/AKA, as well as patients requiring TPN/lipids, PICC lines, PCA pumps, epidurals, dialysis, sepsis management, and chronic pain/narcotic 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 — comfort with this model is required
- RNs are required to interpret their own telemetry strips; telemetry monitor techs are also on the unit (Draeger monitors)
- RNs titrate Heparin drips per protocol
- Respiratory therapy manages CPAP (home unit), Airvo, and BiPAP equipment on the unit
- Charting is done in Epic EMR — experience is required as the facility is undergoing an Epic conversion in Q2 2026
- Three 12-hour day shifts per week (7:00 AM start)
- Schedules are posted 6 weeks in advance; block scheduling is not guaranteed
- Every other weekend required (both Saturday and Sunday)
- Holidays are shared in rotation with core staff
- No on-call or standby requirement
- Float to like units only; if floated to a higher-acuity unit, the role would be in a support capacity without a patient load
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active Illinois (IL) RN license required
- Current certifications required: BLS (AHA) and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Surgical nursing experience required, including total joint (hip/knee replacement) experience
- Experience with PCA pumps, reversal agents (e.g., Narcan), sepsis management, TPN/Lipids, and narcotic administration required
- Epic EMR experience required
- BSN not required
Additional Information
- Fast-paced unit with heavy patient loads; can receive 8–12 surgical admissions per day in addition to active discharges
- Charge nurses on days are typically facility staff and take a reduced assignment to assist the team; on nights, the house supervisor may fill this role
- CNAs are available on the unit, though they may be pulled for sitter duties — night shift tends to have greater CNA support needs
- Orientation consists of one 12-hour shift on the hired shift and unit; the first day may run 12–14 hours to complete competencies, computer-based modules, and general orientation
- 4 hours of billable computer modules must be completed by 7:00 AM on the Friday prior to start; modules are available Monday–Tuesday of the week prior to start
- Black scrubs required
- Local candidates are accepted for this position
American Traveler Job ID #P-723080. 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.