Travel Med-Surg/Telemetry RN - $2,246 per week

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: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a Magnet-designated acute care hospital in Illinois, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and Epic proficiency.

Details

• MS/Tele unit at a Magnet-designated acute care hospital with 222 total staffed beds and 31 beds on the unit
• Specialization in surgical patients following the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) program and order set/protocol
• Patient ratio of 1:5-6
• Day shift schedule, 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM (3x12-hour shifts)
• Every other weekend required, with 6 weekend shifts per 6-week period
• On-call is required for this position
• Floating required to other MS/Tele floors as well as between two campus locations
• Charting via Epic; experience with Epic is required
• Block scheduling is not available
• Free parking on-site

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required; pending IL license may be acceptable — note status when applying
• Active MO RN license required at time of consideration
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required; first-time travelers must have at least 3 years of experience
• Experience with Epic EMR required
• Must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply, provided they have at least 3 years of RN experience
• Candidates must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Former permanent employees of any BJC facility must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Travelers may remain at BJC facilities for up to 18 months, after which a 3-month break in service is required
• Completion of orientation modules is required prior to or at the start of the assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-730315. 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.