Telemetry RN in Alton, Illinois
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Alton, IL
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,974/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $54.83
- Weekly
- $1,974
- Yearly (full-time)
- $102,648
- Contract length
- 12 weeks
This job pays about $54.83/hour — 19% 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
- 1,408 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois from 7 agencies, 15 of them in Alton.
- 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 ($66.72/hour across 453 jobs).
Job description
Join a 12-week travel assignment as an MS/Tele Registered Nurse supporting adult and geriatric patients on an acute medical unit. You will care for acutely ill medical, surgical, and infectious-disease patients; monitor non-acute cardiac conditions; identify EKG rhythms; manage non-titrating cardiac drips; and complete neurological assessments for acute ischemic stroke and TIA patients. The role also includes pre- and post-procedure care, Epic charting, and floating within your service line and scope. This assignment welcomes first-time travelers and offers a consistent 3x12-hour night schedule with no call and no weekends—ideal for experienced night owls.
Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS. At least one year of experience is required, and CPI certification is preferred.
Weather:
Around this time of year, Alton typically offers crisp, comfortable weather with cool evenings and pleasant conditions for exploring the riverfront, parks, and nearby communities.
Fun Things To Do:
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Riverfront Exploration: Walk along the Mississippi River, enjoy scenic views, and explore Alton’s historic waterfront.
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Local History: Visit the National Great Rivers Museum and learn about the region’s waterways.
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Outdoor Adventure: Explore the trails, overlooks, and natural scenery along the Great River Road.
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Day Trip: Spend a day in St. Louis enjoying museums, restaurants, and entertainment.
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Day Trip: Visit Pere Marquette State Park for hiking, scenic overlooks, and outdoor recreation.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Alton, Illinois
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM; 3 shifts per week
Duration: 12 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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