Travel Medical-Surgical RN (Acute Care) - $2,326 per week

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (Telemetry) - Cardio Thoracic Unit | 13-Week Travel RN Contract – Peoria, IL Registered Nurse (Telemetry) – Cardio Thoracic Unit | 13-week Travel RN contract in Peoria, IL (61637). Nights, EPIC, acute cardiac nursing job. Join an exceptional healthcare team in Peoria, Illinois, as a Telemetry RN / Cardiac RN in the Cardio Thoracic Unit. This 13-week travel nurse contract places you in a dynamic acute care setting caring for complex cardiac and thoracic patients. Peoria, IL (zip code 61637) offers a vibrant riverfront, parks, and a welcoming community—ideal for travel nurses and Registered Nurses seeking Illinois nursing jobs. Compensation Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,130 - $2,250 per week (based on experience and qualifications) Telemetry RN Job Details Location: Peoria, IL 61637 (Peoria, Illinois; Central Illinois nursing jobs) Role: Registered Nurse, Telemetry RN, Cardiac RN (Cardio Thoracic Unit) Setting: Acute Care – Cardio Thoracic Unit (Telemetry) Contract Duration: 13 weeks (March 30, 2026 – June 29, 2026) Shift: 12-hour nights (1900–0730) Hours: 36 hours per week, guaranteed Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend Charting System: EPIC (Epic experience preferred) Required Qualifications Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois, or Illinois RN application in process BLS certification (American Heart Association required) Minimum 1 year of recent acute care telemetry or cardio thoracic nursing experience Proficiency in EKG interpretation and medication titration (cardiac drips) Comfortable floating to other general medical units as needed Negative drug screen required Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care for cardiac and thoracic patients (MI, CHF, A-fib, COPD, pacemaker/AICD, post-lung surgery) Monitor and interpret EKGs; titrate cardiac drips (primarily Cardizem and heparin) Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members including charge nurses, house supervisors, respiratory therapists, and patient care techs Utilize respiratory support equipment (CPAP, BiPAP, heated high flow) when indicated Document patient care accurately in EPIC and adhere to unit policies Participate in holiday, night, and weekend rotations as required This travel nursing job is ideal for experienced Telemetry RNs and Cardiac RNs seeking short-term travel contracts in Illinois. Peoria combines a supportive hospital environment with a livable Midwest community—perfect for travel nurses and Registered Nurses looking for Illinois healthcare jobs. Apply now to join our Cardio Thoracic team and advance your nursing career. Join our healthcare team today—submit your application for this Peoria, IL travel nursing opportunity! 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. Planet Healthcare Job ID 467224. 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: Tele About GHR Healthcare - PH Division For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.