Med Surg RN
Springfield, IL
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,117/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a busy Medical-Surgical RN team in Springfield, IL and provide hands-on care in a fast-paced acute care setting focused on urology and nephrology. Springfield offers a welcoming Midwestern atmosphere, rich history, and easy access to local dining, parks, and cultural attractions, making it a great place to live and work during your assignment. This travel nursing job offers strong clinical experience, Cerner charting, and the chance to work in a supportive, high-volume medical-surgical unit.
Job Details
- Employment Type: Travel RN
- Specialty: Medical Surgical (Med/Surg)
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts
- Schedule: Every other weekend required
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Orientation: 32 hours
- Float: Required to other medical-surgical units
- Charting System: Cerner
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,890 - $1,990
- Location: Springfield, Illinois area
Job Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of recent Medical-Surgical RN experience
- Active Illinois RN license required
- BLS certification required
- Previous charge nurse experience required
- Experience with Med/Surg and MS/Tele patient care required
- Cerner experience required
- Strong clinical foundation and ability to work in a fast-paced acute care environment
- Willingness to work every other weekend and support float assignments as needed
- Comfortable caring for adult patients with a variety of medical and post-operative needs
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, compassionate care to adult med/surg patients with a focus on urology and nephrology cases
- Provide care for patients with renal failure, kidney stones, post-operative urology needs, and kidney transplant recovery
- Monitor telemetry, respond to changes in patient condition, and assist with rapid response situations as needed
- Manage IV therapy, blood product administration, central line care, and phlebotomy-related tasks within scope
- Support respiratory interventions such as CPAP/BiPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, and oxygen therapy
- Perform wound care, isolation precautions, and catheter/drain management
- Assist with flow and coordination in a high-volume unit and work charge as needed
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support high-quality patient outcomes
Apply now for this Springfield, Illinois travel nursing opportunity and join a dedicated Med/Surg healthcare team today.
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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Springfield, IL
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Springfield, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Springfield, 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 good value for residents.
- In summer, the average high temperature is around 86°F, while the average low is around 65°F.
- In winter, the average high temperature is around 36°F, and the average low is around 19°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Springfield, IL, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Many options exist for furnished housing, catering to the needs of travel nurses.
- Springfield, IL is relatively car-friendly, with manageable traffic and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Springfield, IL has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities and the capital city status.
- Springfield, IL offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, hiking trails, and nearby recreational areas.
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