Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Peoria, IL
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,285/weekOverview
- Start Date09/21/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Medical Surgical with Telemetry Nurse Nights in an acute care setting. This role involves providing patient care for neuro-medical surgical patients, including those with stroke, spine surgery, seizure, and brain tumors, on a dedicated neuro unit. The position requires experience working in a traumaLevel 1 environment and on a specialized neuro unit.
Job Details:
- Certifications, Education & Experience: BLS (AHA), NIHSS; minimum experience required: 1 year(s). Active IL license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated.
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, Minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Responsibilities: Titrate heparin drips based on PTT, work within a unit with designated nurse/patient ratios, and perform troubleshooting for telemetry monitoring and high flow oxygen equipment.
- Additional Information: Must have previous travel experience and experience specifically on a dedicated neuro unit. Nurse aides or patient care techs are present on the unit, with float rotation in place. There is a 2-day orientation conducted with a preceptor.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Peoria, IL
About
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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