Med/Surg | RN

Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) - Night Shift | Springfield, IL Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) - Night Shift in Springfield, IL. 13-week travel nursing assignment at a Level I trauma center for experienced Med/Surg RNs. Overview Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Med/Surg RN (travel nurse) on the night shift in Springfield, IL. This 13-week travel nursing assignment places you in a respected acute care hospital and Magnet-designated facility that is also a Level I Trauma Center. Springfield offers a welcoming community, rich history, and an excellent environment for advancing your nursing career. Job Details Location: Springfield, IL 62781 - Illinois travel nursing job Role: Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN), Night Shift Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Magnet facility, Level I Trauma Center Unit: 23-bed Surgical/Medical Unit (Med/Surg) Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (April 13, 2026 - July 13, 2026) Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (18:45 - 07:15); 36 hours/week Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend Guaranteed Hours: Up to 36 hours may be called off per contract Estimated Weekly Pay: $2000-$2100/week Charting / EMR: Cerner (Cerner experience preferred) Scrubs: Any solid color Parking: Free with permit Qualifications / Job Requirements Minimum 1 year recent Med/Surg RN experience - strong Med/Surg clinical skills Active Illinois RN license (or in application process with ETA) - Illinois nursing jobs BLS (AHA or Red Cross) and NIHSS certifications required Experience with PICC line management and IV starts (phlebotomy skills) Previous charge nurse or leadership experience preferred Cerner charting experience preferred Willingness to float within scope to other units or affiliate hospitals as needed Ability to work 2 out of 3 major holidays if assignment overlaps Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered) Responsibilities Provide high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients on a 23-bed Med/Surg unit Manage and monitor patients with neurological and surgical diagnoses, including stroke, TIA, brain mass, seizures, spinal cord injuries, and post-surgical cases Perform and manage IV starts and PICC line care; medication administration Administer common medications including Levetiracetam, lorazepam, aspirin, Lovenox, heparin, antihypertensives, Plavix, atorvastatin, and Eliquis Assist with special procedures such as EEG and lumbar puncture Document thoroughly using Cerner electronic medical record Float to other units or affiliate hospitals as needed to meet facility needs Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (physicians, therapists, case management) to ensure optimal patient outcomes Advance your travel nursing career with this Med/Surg RN night shift role in Springfield, IL - a great opportunity for experienced RNs seeking short-term travel assignments and Illinois nursing jobs. Apply now to join our healthcare team and make a difference! Apply now: Submit your resume or apply through the job board to be considered for this travel nursing assignment. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We 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.

Created: 2026-04-03