Travel Contract

Med Surg / Telemetry RN
Rockford, IL
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,341/week
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Overview

  • Start Date11/16/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,341/week

Benefits

  • Weekly pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Cancelation protection
  • Referral bonus
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits

Qualifications

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Required
    Work Experience
  • Registered Nurse (1 year)
    Other
  • Skills Checklist
  • Updated Resume

Description

Neuro Telemetry RN

Location: Rockford, Illinois Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour nights (7 PM to 7:30 AM), 36 hours per week

Unit Overview

  • Unit: Neuro Telemetry, 23 beds
  • Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:5-6
  • Charge Nurse: Staffed each shift; takes a lighter or no patient assignment when possible
  • Nurse Aides/Patient Care Techs: Typically 7-13 patients each
  • Patient Types: Neurological, medical, surgical, and cardiovascular conditions, including CVA, TIA, syncope, encephalopathy, brain mass, aspiration pneumonia, atherosclerosis, angina, and cardiac diagnostic, intervention, and surgical procedures. Also overflow from the Adult Medical Specialty Unit.
  • Monitoring: Philips monitoring for all 23 beds. Monitor techs read and interpret strips; RNs are not required to read strips.
  • Respiratory Equipment: No ventilators. CPAP/BiPAP at night. Nasal cannula.
  • Drips: RNs are not required to titrate drips. No titratable or set-rate drips.

Required Qualifications

  • Active Illinois RN license, or confirmation that the licensing application has been initiated
  • BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications (AHA only)
  • Neuro and telemetry experience
  • Must pass a negative drug screen for all panels (Drug-Free Campus)

Schedule

  • Weekends: Every other weekend (days: Saturday/Sunday; nights: Friday/Saturday)
  • Holidays: Every other holiday (Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day)
  • Scheduling: Self-scheduling available; the manager works with the traveler on needs when possible
  • Call/Standby: None
  • Call-Off Policy: Equivalent of 12 hours every 13 weeks with no penalty or need to pay for the shift

Orientation

  • 12 non-billable hours over 1-2 twelve-hour night shifts; guaranteed hours do not apply during orientation

Floating

  • May float to any unit in the hospital except OB, OR, and ED

Dress Code

  • Scrubs are not provided
  • Any color professional scrubs
  • Closed-toe shoes
  • No hoodies
  • No artificial nails or nail alterations

Employer

PRIDE Health

3.9rating(110 reviews)

60 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health

Anonymous
Anonymous
SICU - Surgical Intensive Care (RN)
4.0rating

Pros

Agency and recruiter are communicative and reach out a good amount after getting you started. Paid weekly.

Cons

Sometimes slow to get concerns addressed in a timely manner. Also can be sometimes overbearing with getting you to agree to contracts.

Review of Sabrina Ahlawat on Oct 12, 2026

Recommends working with PRIDE Health

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About

PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.


Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.


Equal Employment Opportunity

Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


Fair Chance Employment

Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.


Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.


Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.


Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.

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About Rockford, IL

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Rockford, IL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Rockford, IL is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
Weather
  • Average summer highs in Rockford, IL are around 83°F, while winter lows can drop to around 14°F, so be prepared for both warm summers and cold winters.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Rockford, IL, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the help of local real estate agencies and online rental platforms.
Transportation
  • Rockford, IL is car-friendly with easily navigable roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger metropolitan areas.
Demographics
  • Rockford, IL has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues in the area may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
Things to Do
  • Rockford, IL offers a variety of things to do, including a vibrant restaurant scene, cultural and art museums, music venues, sports facilities, and outdoor attractions such as the Anderson Japanese Gardens and the River District along the Rock River.
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