Med/Surg RN in Peoria, Illinois
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Peoria, IL
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,122/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $58.94
- Weekly
- $2,122
- Yearly (full-time)
- $110,344
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $58.94/hour — 28% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois ($46.15/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois right now
- 1,334 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois from 7 agencies, 312 of them in Peoria.
- Pay in these listings: $9.66 – $99.07/hour, median $60.83/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Illinois: $46.15/hour ($95,992/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($65.50/hour across 419 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a 13-week travel assignment as an Adult Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse in Peoria, Illinois. You’ll care for adult patients with acute medical conditions including sepsis, dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, uncontrolled diabetes, respiratory failure, and renal or liver failure. This role offers 12-hour day shifts on a 56-bed unit, with typical ratios of 1:4–5 during the day and 1:5–6 overnight coverage.
The assignment calls for experience with central lines, tracheostomies, and chest tubes. BLS is required, and EPIC experience is preferred. You’ll work three shifts per week, every other weekend, with no call requirement. Nurses may rotate through other acute-care medical areas, making this a strong opportunity to broaden your clinical experience while enjoying life in central Illinois.
Weather
Peoria generally offers comfortable seasonal conditions with crisp air, changing foliage, and plenty of pleasant days for exploring the city and surrounding Illinois communities.
Fun Things To Do
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Local: Explore Peoria’s riverfront and enjoy scenic views along the Illinois River.
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Local: Visit local museums, galleries, and cultural attractions throughout the city.
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Local: Spend an afternoon at area parks, trails, and outdoor recreation spaces.
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Day Trip: Head to a nearby Illinois state park for hiking, scenic overlooks, and a change of pace.
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Day Trip: Visit a neighboring historic community for local dining, shopping, and sightseeing.
Job Specifics
City and State: Peoria, Illinois
Shift: 12-hour days, three shifts per week
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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