Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job
Mattoon, IL
Contracted
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
Mid Level
Embark on a dynamic and meaningful journey as a Registered Nurse specializing in Medical-Surgical (Med Surg) care, where your clinical expertise meets compassionate leadership and patient-centered outcomes. This travel RN opportunity places you in Mattoon, Illinois, a welcoming community known for its friendly neighborhoods, local parks, and approachable pace that allows you to balance professional growth with a fulfilling lifestyle. In Med Surg, you’ll be at the forefront of care, guiding patients through complex recovery, managing a diverse caseload, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes. Picture yourself delivering evidence-based interventions, coordinating with physicians, and educating families as patients regain strength and independence. And as you step into this role, you’ll discover that your impact stretches beyond the bedside—your skillset will broaden across diverse clinical scenarios, strengthening your confidence and expanding your career horizons. Illinois also offers a tapestry of beautiful places to explore—from scenic state parks and lakes to vibrant towns and cultural offerings—making this assignment not just a professional chapter but a chance to experience a region rich in warmth, history, and opportunity.
Location Benefits: Mattoon sits in central Illinois, where community connection and accessible amenities create a supportive backdrop for healthcare professionals. The town offers approachable housing markets, efficient commutes, and a network of healthcare facilities that value teamwork and continuous learning. Beyond Mattoon, this travel role opens doors to assignments across various locations in the U.S., enabling you to experience different hospital cultures, patient populations, and care delivery models. You’ll gain exposure to a range of Med Surg cases—from general medical patients to post-surgical recoveries—while enjoying the benefits of a structured travel program that provides reliable support, streamlined onboarding, and opportunities to extend contracts at facilities that align with your professional goals. Whether you’re drawn to the charm of midwestern communities or the energy of busier medical centers in neighboring states, you’ll find that the flexibility to work in multiple locations enhances your clinical perspective and enriches your resume, all while you maintain predictable scheduling with guaranteed hours.
Role Specifics and Benefits: As a Med Surg RN, you’ll perform comprehensive patient assessments, develop and implement care plans, administer medications, monitor patient progress, and respond to evolving clinical needs with clinical judgment and urgency. You’ll coordinate discharge planning, collaborate with surgeons, specialists, and ancillary teams, and provide education to patients and families to support safe transitions home. The role presents a path for professional growth—from refining acute care competencies to pursuing certifications and subspecialty knowledge within the Med Surg spectrum. You’ll have access to competitive compensation, including a weekly pay range of $2,198 to $2,261, with guaranteed hours at 36 per week, offering financial stability and predictable scheduling. The position includes a bonus opportunity and housing assistance to ease relocation or temporary housing, along with contract extension opportunities that empower you to continue contributing in high-performing teams as you demonstrate clinical excellence and a strong fit with facility goals. You’ll also benefit from extensive, 24/7 support while traveling with the company—dedicated clinical liaison teams, onboarding specialists, and on-call mentors ready to assist with any clinical or logistical question, ensuring you feel secure, connected, and well-supported no matter where your assignment takes you. In this role, you’ll have access to robust orientation, ongoing continuing education resources, and opportunities to advance—whether through taking on lead nurse responsibilities, mentoring new travelers, or pursuing specialty certifications that align with your interests and the facility’s strategic priorities.
Company Values: Our organization is built on empowering its nursing staff to grow, learn, and lead with confidence. We prioritize a supportive, inclusive environment where your voice matters, your clinical judgment is trusted, and your professional development is a focal point of our program. We champion collaboration across departments and facilities, recognizing that strong teamwork drives better patient outcomes and a more fulfilling work experience. By offering structured pathways for career advancement, leadership opportunities, and ongoing mentorship, we help you chart a clear trajectory—from travel assignments to permanent roles or extended contracts that align with your long-term goals. Our commitment to work-life balance, transparent communication, and accessible resources ensures you can thrive while delivering exceptional patient care.
Call to Action: If you’re ready to leverage your Med Surg RN expertise in a setting that values dedication, growth, and patient impact, apply now. This is your chance to join a company that respects your contributions, invests in your professional development, and supports you every step of the way as you travel, learn, and lead. Begin your next chapter on January 26, 2026, with a contract designed to challenge and reward you—an opportunity to make a real difference in Mattoon, Illinois, and beyond, while building a versatile, transferable skillset that will serve you for years to come. Your next great assignment awaits—seize it and help shape the future of Med Surg nursing.
Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Location Benefits: Mattoon sits in central Illinois, where community connection and accessible amenities create a supportive backdrop for healthcare professionals. The town offers approachable housing markets, efficient commutes, and a network of healthcare facilities that value teamwork and continuous learning. Beyond Mattoon, this travel role opens doors to assignments across various locations in the U.S., enabling you to experience different hospital cultures, patient populations, and care delivery models. You’ll gain exposure to a range of Med Surg cases—from general medical patients to post-surgical recoveries—while enjoying the benefits of a structured travel program that provides reliable support, streamlined onboarding, and opportunities to extend contracts at facilities that align with your professional goals. Whether you’re drawn to the charm of midwestern communities or the energy of busier medical centers in neighboring states, you’ll find that the flexibility to work in multiple locations enhances your clinical perspective and enriches your resume, all while you maintain predictable scheduling with guaranteed hours.
Role Specifics and Benefits: As a Med Surg RN, you’ll perform comprehensive patient assessments, develop and implement care plans, administer medications, monitor patient progress, and respond to evolving clinical needs with clinical judgment and urgency. You’ll coordinate discharge planning, collaborate with surgeons, specialists, and ancillary teams, and provide education to patients and families to support safe transitions home. The role presents a path for professional growth—from refining acute care competencies to pursuing certifications and subspecialty knowledge within the Med Surg spectrum. You’ll have access to competitive compensation, including a weekly pay range of $2,198 to $2,261, with guaranteed hours at 36 per week, offering financial stability and predictable scheduling. The position includes a bonus opportunity and housing assistance to ease relocation or temporary housing, along with contract extension opportunities that empower you to continue contributing in high-performing teams as you demonstrate clinical excellence and a strong fit with facility goals. You’ll also benefit from extensive, 24/7 support while traveling with the company—dedicated clinical liaison teams, onboarding specialists, and on-call mentors ready to assist with any clinical or logistical question, ensuring you feel secure, connected, and well-supported no matter where your assignment takes you. In this role, you’ll have access to robust orientation, ongoing continuing education resources, and opportunities to advance—whether through taking on lead nurse responsibilities, mentoring new travelers, or pursuing specialty certifications that align with your interests and the facility’s strategic priorities.
Company Values: Our organization is built on empowering its nursing staff to grow, learn, and lead with confidence. We prioritize a supportive, inclusive environment where your voice matters, your clinical judgment is trusted, and your professional development is a focal point of our program. We champion collaboration across departments and facilities, recognizing that strong teamwork drives better patient outcomes and a more fulfilling work experience. By offering structured pathways for career advancement, leadership opportunities, and ongoing mentorship, we help you chart a clear trajectory—from travel assignments to permanent roles or extended contracts that align with your long-term goals. Our commitment to work-life balance, transparent communication, and accessible resources ensures you can thrive while delivering exceptional patient care.
Call to Action: If you’re ready to leverage your Med Surg RN expertise in a setting that values dedication, growth, and patient impact, apply now. This is your chance to join a company that respects your contributions, invests in your professional development, and supports you every step of the way as you travel, learn, and lead. Begin your next chapter on January 26, 2026, with a contract designed to challenge and reward you—an opportunity to make a real difference in Mattoon, Illinois, and beyond, while building a versatile, transferable skillset that will serve you for years to come. Your next great assignment awaits—seize it and help shape the future of Med Surg nursing.
Note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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