Med/Surg | RN

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Locum Tenens Travel Nursing Job – Night Shift – Springfield, IL
Advance your nursing career as a Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) with this locum tenens travel nursing opportunity in Springfield, Illinois. Work night shifts at a Magnet-recognized, Level I trauma center, delivering high-quality healthcare to adult and geriatric patients. Join our dedicated healthcare team in Springfield, IL—a city renowned for its rich history, vibrant arts, and welcoming Midwest community.
Med/Surg RN Job Details – Springfield, IL

• Location: Springfield, IL 62781 (Illinois nursing jobs)
• Facility: Acute Care Hospital – Level I Trauma Center
• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens / Travel Nursing
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Start: 10/6/2025 – End: 1/5/2026)
• Shift: 3x12-hour night shifts (18:45 – 07:15), every other weekend required
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2000-$2050
• Patient Population: Adults & Geriatrics (Avg. Daily Census: 21)
• EMR: Cerner
• Scrub Color: Any solid color
• Parking: Free with permit

Med/Surg RN Qualifications

• Active Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license required at time of application
• Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg or MS/Tele nursing experience
• BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross) required
• ACLS certification preferred
• Experience in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and medication administration (Heparin, Insulin, PCA)
• Proficient in respiratory care (CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, tracheostomy management, ABG interpretation)
• Skilled in isolation precautions, wound care, and wound vac usage
• Ability to float within scope to meet hospital needs
• Must be able to work every other weekend and 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered)

Med/Surg RN Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric patients on a busy Med/Surg unit
• Administer medications and manage IV therapies, including blood product administration and central line care
• Monitor and manage patients with respiratory needs, including chest tubes, CPAP/BiPAP, and tracheostomies
• Perform phlebotomy, wound care, and utilize wound vacs as needed
• Implement isolation precautions and infection control protocols
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (IV, PT, RT, social services)
• Float to other nursing units within scope as required
• Document patient care using Cerner electronic medical records (EMR)
• Provide patient and family education and support

Discover rewarding travel nursing jobs in Springfield, Illinois—enjoy historic sites, beautiful parks, and a thriving local culture while making a difference in patient care. Apply now to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your Med/Surg nursing career!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
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