Travel/Contract Registered Nurse - Neuro Med/Surg + Telemetry - Days + Nights Available!

Carbondale, IL 62903

Posted: 01/27/2026 Employment Type: Travel Job Category: Nursing Job Number: 169968

Job Description

Travel/Contract Registered Nurse - Neuro Med/Surg + Telemetry - Days + Nights Available!

Carbondale, Illinois - 13.0 weeks

Connected, your partner in Healthcare, Educational, Government, and Direct Hire services, is excited to connect qualified and passionate travel professional like you for a 13-week opportunity located in or near Carbondale, Illinois. Enjoy competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and the rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Job Requirements
  • Education Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent diploma from an accredited institution
  • Certifications Requirements: Valid RNC or CCRN certification, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Experience Requirements: Minimum of 1 year of recent med/surg and/or telemetry nursing experience
  • Other Requirements: Ability to float between units, strong communication skills, proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR), valid driver's license, and flexibility to work days or nights
What We Offer
  • Premium Pay That Values You: Weekly direct deposit (with next-day pay features coming soon!) at rates 13% above market average—we benchmark every assignment to make you feel like a valued member of our team and to ensure we're staying competitive.

  • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical/dental/vision eligibility starting the 1st day of the month after your start date, continuing between active assignments—plus disability, life insurance, and sick leave, so you can focus on what you do best without added stress.

  • Health Benefits Maintained through Winter/Summer Break: For educational services team members who join or extend with us, your medical, dental, and vision coverage continues seamlessly during off-seasons, ensuring no gaps in your coverage so you can recharge without worry.

  • Investment in Your Growth: 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, License + CEU reimbursements, are just some of the ways we invest in our team because you deserve a partner who grows with you.

  • Support Your Lifestyle: Paid housing or stipends (pet-friendly!) travel/mileage reimbursements; guaranteed hours and cancellation protection; nationwide opportunities spanning from major metros to underserved areas—we manage the details so you can focus on what matters most in your personal and professional life.

  • Streamlined Compliance & Flexibility: Reimbursed/fast-tracked licenses/certs; user-friendly Portal for seamless onboarding (avg 14 days); shifts customized to your needs; rapid interviews (38 hours typical)—we value your time, making compliance effortless and flexible to fit your unique schedule.

Why Connected Health Care?
  • We Care About Your Journey: In this demanding field, we start by listening—providing upfront insights on roles, pay, and perks so you feel seen and supported from the first click, aligned with our motto: If we take care of our team, they take care of our partners.

  • Personalized Job Matches That Fit You: Tell us your story, preferences like specialties, facility size, city/state preferences, or work-life balance needs—we craft opportunities where you shine, with 92% of our candidates extending or referring because we truly prioritize what matters to you.

  • Unwavering Support Every Step: From 24/7 recruiter access to fast compliance and career guidance, we're your dedicated partner—delivering 13% higher pay than the national average, 92% retention rates, quick turnaround times for interviews/offers, and national placements because we know the toll of shortages and want to ease it for you.

  • A Genuine Partnership Built on Trust: We're not just a staffing firm; we're your advocate in a competitive world—turning challenges into rewarding paths with empathy, transparency, direct client focus for seamless fits, and a network that feels like family, helping you build the career you deserve.

Job Responsibilities
  • Provide high-quality nursing care to neuro med/surg and telemetry patients, closely monitoring neurological and cardiac status.
  • Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and update patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and progress in electronic medical records (EMR).
  • Respond promptly to patient emergencies and ensure effective communication with physicians and family members.
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