Neuro Med-Surg RN
Peoria, IL
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,394/weekOverview
- Start Date05/11/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) travel assignment in Peoria, IL — 12-hour night shifts; Illinois RN license, BLS, and 1+ year Med/Surg nursing experience required. Join our acute care team and advance your travel nursing career.
Job Details
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks (May 11, 2026 – August 10, 2026)
- Location: Peoria, IL 61637 — Peoria nursing jobs, Illinois travel nursing
- Setting: Acute Care, 29-bed Med/Surg Unit
- Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM), with every other weekend and rotating holidays — night shift RN
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,130 – $2,250
- Orientation: 2 shifts (12 hours each)
Qualifications / Job Requirements
- Active Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license required (or proof of application in process)
- BLS certification required (AHA preferred)
- Minimum 1 year recent Med/Surg RN experience in an acute care setting
- Ability to titrate Heparin drips and manage IV therapies
- Comfortable with nurse-to-patient ratios of 5–6:1 on nights
- Willingness to float to similar Med/Surg units as needed
- Negative drug screen required (drug-free campus)
- Experience with EPIC electronic health record preferred (EPIC charting)
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality clinical nursing care to adult patients with diverse medical diagnoses (GI bleeds, sepsis, CHF, COVID, DVT/PE, cellulitis, osteomyelitis, post-op care)
- Perform focused and comprehensive nursing assessments, medication administration, and accurate clinical documentation in EPIC
- Monitor and titrate Heparin drips and manage other infusion therapies per unit protocols
- Initiate peripheral IVs and utilize unit resources for blood draws and specimen management
- Collaborate with charge nurses, crisis RNs, physicians, and patient care technicians to ensure safe patient care
- Participate in orientation, unit-based education, and ongoing professional development as a Med/Surg RN
- Maintain a safe, patient-centered environment and communicate clearly with patients, families, and the healthcare team
Why Peoria? Peoria, IL (61637) combines urban amenities and Midwestern charm with a scenic riverfront, local arts, dining, and easy access to parks and the Illinois River. Ideal for travel nurses seeking both professional growth and a welcoming community — Peoria nursing jobs and Illinois travel nursing opportunities.
Ready to take your Med/Surg nursing career on the road? Apply now to join our healthcare team in Peoria, IL. Submit your resume and current RN license information today to be considered for this travel nurse assignment.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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GHR Healthcare
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The largest city on the Illinois River, Peoria's downtown offers scenic views of the water, with the Peoria RiverFront district one of the oldest urban areas in the state. It attracts visitors and locals of all ages as a prime spot for outdoor festivals, concerts and gatherings and offers outstanding restaurants, cultural centers and a river trail. The Riverfront Museum focuses on history, art and science and features five major permanent galleries and rotating exhibits. Over 9,000 acres of parkland, including the Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo, attract nature lovers near and far. And everyone enjoys the seasonal Peoria RiverFront Market and Peoria Farmers Market at Metro Centre and their vast array of fresh, local fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, baked goods, honey and more.
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