Travel Neuro Med-Surg Acute RN - $2,565 per week

PEL/VIP; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

PEL/VIP is seeking a travel nurse RN in Med Surg to join the Neuro MedSurg Acute unit in Peoria, Illinois. Ideal candidates will have level 1 trauma experience and prior travel experience, with a 12-hour night shift and a 36-hour week.

Responsibilities include administering medications and treatments, titrating drips, monitoring telemetry and vital signs, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to care for neurological patients and medical overflow.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN license or confirmation of application.
• Level 1 trauma experience.
• Previous travel experience.
• Experience on a dedicated neuro unit.
• Certifications: BLS and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS).

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Titrate drips (e.g., Heparin) based on PTT.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members.
• Utilize telemetry equipment and monitor patient vitals.
• Provide care for patients with neurological disorders and medical overflow.

Skills

NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

BLS

Telemetry monitoring

Education

Illinois RN license

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

PEL/VIP is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse (RN) | Travel | Neuro MedSurg Acute

Assignment Overview

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Neuro MedSurg Acute unit. Ideal candidates will have experience in level 1 trauma care, as well as prior travel and neuro unit experience. This role involves providing care to patients with neurological conditions such as stroke and brain tumors within an acute care setting.

Assignment Details

• Start Date: 8/4/2025
• Location: Illinois
• Shift: 12-hour nights
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Estimated Gross Weekly Pay Package: $2565 (negotiable)
• Charting System: EPIC
• Floating Requirements: Float within the general unit; skills-based assignments when outside the unit
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
• Holiday Requirement: Every other holiday
• Orientation: 2 days with preceptor

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments to patients
• Titrate drips such as Heparin based on PTT
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members
• Utilize telemetry equipment and monitor patient vitals
• Provide care for patients with neurological disorders and medical overflow

Qualifications

Required:

• Active Illinois RN license or confirmation of application
• Level 1 trauma experience
• Previous travel experience
• Experience on a dedicated neuro unit
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

Preferred:

• Prior experience with Heparin gtt

PEL/VIP Job ID #64848702. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About PEL/VIP

PEL/VIP connects nursing, respiratory and allied health professionals with opportunities that make a difference. For over 30 years, we've helped clinicians build rewarding careers through travel, contract, permanent, and PRN positions across acute care facilities, post-acute facilities, and healthcare organizations nationwide.Whether you're looking for flexibility, career growth, competitive pay, or your next long-term opportunity, our team is committed to helping you find a position that aligns with your goals.

As a company built and operated by healthcare professionals, we understand the value clinicians bring to patient care. That's why we focus on building lasting relationships, providing personalized support, and creating opportunities where clinicians can succeed.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Dental benefits
• Medical benefits
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision benefits