Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel Contract in Galesburg, IL

Travel Med/Surg RN opportunity in Galesburg, Illinois. Galesburg offers a welcoming western Illinois setting with a charming historic downtown, local parks, and a friendly small-town atmosphere. Join a dynamic acute care medical-surgical team for a 13-week travel nursing contract in a supportive hospital setting with strong clinical resources, EPIC charting, and collaborative team members.

Job Details

• Specialty: Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Job Title: Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN)
• Assignment Type: Travel Contract
• Setting: Acute Care Hospital
• Location: Galesburg, IL 61401
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,110 - $2,220
• Orientation: 12 hours, with unit and EMR orientation provided
• Schedule Notes: Every other weekend required; block scheduling may be considered when possible
• Charting System: EPIC

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of recent Med/Surg RN experience in an acute care setting
• Active Illinois RN license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated
• BLS certification required
• Ability to care for a varied adult patient population
• Comfort working with telemetry patients, BiPAP/CPAP, and high-flow oxygen support
• Willingness to float to other units when clinically competent
• Strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care to medical-surgical patients with conditions such as COPD, sepsis, CVA, COVID, pneumonia, and post-surgical needs
• Assess, monitor, and document patient status accurately in EPIC
• Administer medications and coordinate care for patients with telemetry and drip needs as appropriate
• Collaborate with charge nurses, hospitalists, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy support to ensure safe patient care
• Respond to changes in patient condition and escalate concerns promptly
• Support a safe, efficient, and patient-centered care environment
• Assist with floating assignments when needed and within competency

Apply now to explore this Med/Surg travel RN job in Galesburg, IL and join a healthcare team committed to excellent patient care.

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.