Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric Med/Surg - $2,452 per week in Peoria, IL

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Peoria
Posted on: January 20, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Pediatric Med/Surg Location: Peoria, IL Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,452 per week Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 2/2/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Peds Med/Surg RN in Peoria, Illinois, 61637! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN (Registered Nurse) Specialty: Pediatrics Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12 Hour Days Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 2 years License: Active State License Required Certifications: BLS, PALS Must-Have: Understanding of drug-free policies and compliance with drug screening Description: Unit accommodates both pediatric patients and hematology/oncology patients. The unit consists of 22 beds for pediatric patients and additional beds for hematology/oncology. Patient ratios are set at 4 patients per nurse. Common diagnoses include medical and surgical conditions such as hyperbilirubinemia, neurological disorders, diabetes, failure to thrive, cystic fibrosis, and orthopedic issues. There is a Charge RN available 24/7 along with other administrative support. Patient care technicians are present on the unit with a ratio of 1 tech to 8-10 patients. A pediatric hospitalist is in-house until midnight with 24/7 resident coverage. Nurses are responsible for troubleshooting respiratory equipment as needed. A pediatric monitor technician oversees patient monitoring, allowing nurses to focus on patient care. Shifts occur from 0700 to 1930 or from 1900 to 0730. Weekend work is expected every other weekend. Holidays are mandatory unless otherwise discussed. Floating between pediatric units is necessary, with the capability to float to mother/baby care while avoiding intensive care units. Scrub color and patterns should be pediatric appropriate and not revealing. Specific orientation is provided for unit details. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse range of assignments on your resume showcases your adaptability, versatility, and resilience. This can make you a more attractive candidate for future job opportunities and career advancement. Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. Advocating for patients from diverse backgrounds and with different healthcare needs refines your patient advocacy skills, making you a more effective advocate in various healthcare settings. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Travel nurses often play crucial roles in responding to healthcare crises or natural disasters. Contributing during critical times allows you to make a meaningful impact on communities in need. Requirements Required for Onboarding BLS PALS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29194426EXPTEMP

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