Travel Med Surg RN - $2,059 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Murphysboro, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring an active IL RN license and 2+ years of experience.

Details

• Blended Med-Surg unit that also supports a Swing Bed Program and occasional PCU-level patients
• Patient ratios are 1:5 for Med-Surg, 1:5-6 for Swing Bed, and 1:3-4 for PCU depending on acuity
• Assignments are balanced by nursing workload and patient level of care, based on nurse background and supervisor scheduling
• 12-hour night shift from 7 PM to 7 AM
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active Illinois RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Current BLS/CPR certification required
• ACLS certification required

Additional Information

• Care for a mix of Med-Surg, Swing Bed, and PCU-level patients depending on unit needs
• Join a highly engaged team that leads several unit committees
• Facility holds a Pathways to Excellence designation through the ANCC, reflecting a strong focus on safety, quality care, and shared decision-making

American Traveler Job ID #P-758567. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg

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