Med/Surg | Registered Nurse

Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Urology/Nephrology | Springfield, Illinois

Experienced Med/Surg Registered Nurse wanted for a 13-week travel nursing contract in Springfield, Illinois. Join a high-acuity Urology/Nephrology team caring for adult patients with complex urologic, nephrologic, renal, and post-operative needs. This opportunity is ideal for a charge RN seeking a rewarding Illinois travel nursing job in a welcoming state capital known for its rich history, cultural attractions, scenic parks, and vibrant community.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,000–$2,100
• Location: Springfield, Illinois
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: November 23, 2026
• Shift: 3x12-hour night shifts, 6:45 p.m.–7:15 a.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend
• Call: Not required
• Patient Population: Adults
• Unit Profile: 25-bed Urology/Nephrology unit with an average daily census of 23 patients
• Orientation: 32 hours, including virtual at-home orientation on the first day
• Scheduling: Block scheduling may be considered but is not guaranteed

Med/Surg RN Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent medical-surgical nursing experience, including Urology/Nephrology or MS/Tele experience
• Previous charge nurse experience required
• Active Illinois RN license in hand or in the application process; license must be active in hand at submission
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Recent experience with Cerner electronic documentation
• Experience caring for patients requiring telemetry monitoring and rapid response interventions
• Proficiency with pre- and post-hemodialysis care, renal failure, kidney transplant care, and complex urologic procedures
• Competency with IV starts, peripheral and PICC line management, central line blood draws, blood product administration, phlebotomy, and heparin therapy
• Experience with chest tubes, CPAP/BiPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, non-invasive airway management, oxygen therapy, and oral suctioning
• Ability to float to other medical-surgical units within scope of practice
• Willingness to work two of the three major holidays during the assignment

Medical-Surgical RN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to adult medical-surgical patients on a busy Urology/Nephrology unit
• Manage patients with kidney stones, enlarged prostate, renal and bladder cancers, end-stage kidney disease, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, cellulitis, and post-operative conditions
• Care for kidney transplant patients and patients transitioning from intensive care or intermediate care units
• Perform and monitor continuous bladder irrigation, hand irrigation, difficult urinary catheter care, nephrostomy tube care, ileal conduit care, JP drains, and various urinary catheter types
• Administer medications and manage complex therapies, including heparin, blood products, and post-hemodialysis care
• Monitor telemetry and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition, including activation of rapid response or code teams when indicated
• Manage central and peripheral IV access, PICC lines, chest tubes, respiratory support equipment, wound care, and wound vacs
• Serve as charge nurse when needed and support effective coordination of care across the unit
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary partners, including IV therapy, respiratory services, physical therapy, pharmacy, radiology, social services, and rapid response teams
• Float to other medical-surgical units as needed while maintaining quality, safety, and scope-of-practice standards

Apply now to join this high-acuity Urology/Nephrology healthcare team as a Travel Med/Surg RN in Springfield, Illinois.

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.