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
- 1,443 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Illinois from 7 agencies, 383 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 ($66.72/hour across 445 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
Join an adult acute-care medical-surgical unit in Peoria, Illinois, caring for patients with conditions including sepsis, dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, uncontrolled diabetes, acute respiratory failure, and renal or liver disorders. This travel assignment offers three 12-hour day shifts each week, with every-other-weekend coverage. You will care for a varied adult population while using skills with central lines, tracheostomies, and chest tubes. EPIC experience and previous medical-surgical travel experience are preferred. BLS certification and an active Illinois license, or confirmation that the application process has begun, are required.
Weather:
Peoria typically has crisp, comfortable days and cooler evenings around this time of year, with changing leaves, occasional sunshine, and some chance of rain. Layers and a light jacket are useful for exploring the area.
Fun Things To Do:
- Riverfront Walk: Enjoy scenic views, trails, and outdoor recreation along the Illinois River.
- Peoria Riverfront Museum: Explore science, art, history, and regional exhibits.
- Starved Rock State Park — Day Trip: Hike through canyons, waterfalls, and wooded trails.
- Galena — Day Trip: Stroll the historic downtown, browse local shops, and enjoy river-town scenery.
- Wildlife Prairie Park: See native wildlife and explore the park’s trails and outdoor attractions.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Peoria, Illinois
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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