Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Belleville, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 12 / 15 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, days
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med / Surg Tele position in an acute care hospital with EPIC charting and surgical patient care using the ERAS protocol.
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Work in a Medical / Surgical Telemetry unit within an acute care hospitalPatient population includes surgical patients following the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) programNurse-to-patient ratio is typically 1 : 5-6Day shift position with 12-hour shifts from 6 : 45 to 19 : 15Every other weekend is requiredOn-call assignments are requiredFloating may occur to other MS / Tele units within the hospital or to an affiliate hospital nearbyCharting is performed using EPIC EMR and experience with EPIC is requiredUnit has 31 beds, with navy blue scrubs requiredPrimary responsibility includes caring for surgical patients on an ERAS protocolMust be able to float to other MS / Tele units and affiliate hospitals as neededFacility is a Magnet HospitalReturn staff must have been gone at least one year before working as a travelerMaximum 7 days of requested time off allowed per 13-week contract and no time off during first week of assignmentFacial hair must allow for proper fit testing if applicableNo local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radiusHoliday and RTO expectations apply per facility policyNo medical marijuana cards accepted\n \n Requirements\n
Active IL RN license required at time of considerationMinimum 2 years of recent Med / Surg Tele experience requiredFirst-time travelers are accepted if they have at least 3 years of experienceCurrent Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification requiredEPIC charting experience requiredMust reside outside a 75-mile radius of the facilityReferences from supervisors within the past two years requiredNo pending licensure accepted; license must be in hand\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-635032. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg Tele
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.