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Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs Illinois for RNs

Top MS Travel Nurse Jobs in Illinois for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top MS travel nurse jobs in Illinois. We currently offer 28 of the best available MS nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 8 exclusive, high-paying Medical Surgical travel nurse jobs you won’t find anywhere else. Illinois MS travel jobs are currently available in cities like Springfield, Rock Island, Peoria, Normal and Urbana. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare Illinois MS nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average wage for an Medical Surgical travel nurse in Illinois as of Mar 1, 2025 was $2,147 weekly. Currently, you can find MS jobs in Illinois with a salary range between $1,493 to $2,582 per week. The city with the highest paying MS job in Illinois currently is Rock Island with a position for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical at $2,276 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in Illinois to find MS travel nursing work in. Trinity Medical Center in Rock Island, Van Matre Encomass Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Rockford, Blessing Hospital in Quincy, St. John’s Hospital of the Hospital Systems of the Third Order of St. in Springfield and Herrin Hospital in Herrin all have MS departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for MS travel jobs in Illinois. The earliest start date in Illinois is Apr 20, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $2,540 per week. The latest start date for an job in Illinois is May 19, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $2,540 per week. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Medical Surgical travel nurse job in Illinois including 1 weeks, 12 weeks and 13 weeks.

Illinois is a popular place to work for MS travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

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Top Cities in Illinois with Travel Medical Surgical Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 28 Medical Surgical jobs in Illinois and 593 Medical Surgical jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Clinton, IL

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in Clinton.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Clinton, Illinois – 61727
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,846 to $2,034
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Springfield, IL

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in Springfield.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Springfield, Illinois – 62769
  • 12 D,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,975 to $2,582
Weekly Pay*
As part of HSHS, you’ll join a team that is focused on improving, excelling and building a better tomorrow. Whether it is a clinical, technical or professional career, this is your chance to launch a rewarding career.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Normal, IL

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in Normal.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Normal, Illinois – 61761
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 12
$2,163 to $2,384
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized
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Highest Paying Jobs in Peoria, IL

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in Peoria.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Peoria, Illinois – 61636
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 12
$2,163 to $2,384
Weekly Pay*
In 2024, Carle Health Methodist Hospital achieved its fifth Magnet designation.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Peoria, Illinois – 61636
  • 12 D,
  • May 26, 2025
  • 12
$2,058 to $2,268
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! In 2024, Carle Health Methodist Hospital achieved its fifth Magnet designation. The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Urbana, IL

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Medical Surgical positions available in Urbana.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
  • 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 12
$2,128 to $2,345
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
  • 12 D,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 12
$2,058 to $2,268
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized. Carle Foundation Hospital attained Magnet recognition in 2019 for a third time Job Description: -The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution. Essential Functions: -Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. -Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. -Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team. -Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. -Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. -Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation. -Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents. -Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. -Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. -Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution. -Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies. Department Specific Job Functions: -Assess ortho and medical/surgical patients every shift. -Educate ortho and medical/surgical patients on wound care, proper mobility, self-care, medication management, care transition needs and any additional patient specific needs. -Coordinate with physician and surgeon partners on the care of ortho and medical/surgical patients. -Delegate and monitor interventions of the HCT staff. -Set up ortho traction and manipulate surgical traction devices for mobility and wound care. -Manage wound appliances such as wound vacs, drains, pouches and other urological devices.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
  • 12 D,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 12
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
  • 12 D,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 12
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
  • 12 D,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 12
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Statistics on MS Jobs in Illinois

Review helpful statistics about MS traveling nurse jobs in Illinois. The data is based on the last three complete months of MS job postings in the state of Illinois. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Medical Surgical job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in Illinois for travel nursing jobs.

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Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Medical Surgical Jobs in Illinois

How much does an Medical Surgical travel nurse make on average in Illinois?

An MS nurse in Illinois can make an average of $2,136 per week.

How much does a night shift MS travel nurse make on average in Illinois?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Medical Surgical nurse in Illinois can make an average of $2,151 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift MS travel nurse make on average in Illinois?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Medical Surgical nurse in Illinois can make an average of $2,107 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Medical Surgical jobs are available in Illinois?

There are currently 28 Medical Surgical travel nursing jobs available in Illinois. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Medical Surgical staff in Illinois?

  • Trinity Medical Center in Rock Island
  • St. James Hospitals and Health Centers in Olympia Fields
  • Van Matre Encomass Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Rockford
  • Blessing Hospital in Quincy
  • Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center in Rockford

What types of shifts are most common for MS travel nursing jobs in Illinois?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common shifts in Illinois cities.

What is the most common contract duration for MS travel jobs in Illinois?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for a Medical Surgical travel job in Illinois is 13.

Locating MS Travel Nursing Jobs in Illinois

In Illinois, cities like Peoria, Quincy, Rock Island, Rockford, and Urbana have travel MS nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Trinity Medical Center, St. James Hospitals and Health Centers, Van Matre Encomass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Blessing Hospital and Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center, all with nurse specialties and Medical Surgical staff.

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Healthcare Facilities in Illinois that offer Travel Medical Surgical Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Illinois area that have historically offered travel jobs for Medical Surgical professionals.
Carle Foundation Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 19, 16, 13, 20, 10, and 11
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
611 W. PARK ST.
Urbana, IL 61801
Trinity Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 1, 13, 6, 10, and 14
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy House Supervisor Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pre/Post Operative Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Telemetry
Address
2701 17th Street
Rock Island, IL 61201
St. John’s Hospital of the Hospital Systems of the Third Order of St.
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 13, 107, and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
800 East Carpenter Street
Springfield, IL 62769
Carle Health Methodist Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 6, and 11
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Level I Nursery Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pain Management Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Telemetry Wound/Ostomy/Continence
Address
221 NE Glen Oak
Peoria, IL 61636
Riverside Healthcare
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 16, 13, 6, 4, and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Medical Surgical Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Skilled Nursing Telemetry
Address
350 N Wall St
Kankakee, IL 60901
Carle Health Proctor Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 8
Departments
Dialysis Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation
Address
5409 N. KNOXVILLE AVE.
Peoria, IL 61614
St. James Hospitals and Health Centers
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
9, 13, 10, and 7
Departments
Case Manager Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Telemetry
Address
20201 South Crawford Avenue
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 10
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
8201 E Riverside Blvd
Rockford, IL 61114
Nearby Neighborhoods
Colonial Gardens (61103), Normandy Heights (61109), Victory Homes (61109), Pine Manor (61109), Harrison Avenue Gardens (61104)
Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room First Assist Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit
Address
405 W Jackson St
Carbondale, IL 62901
St Marys Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Departments
Emergency Room Emergency Room First Assist Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Telemetry
Address
1800 E. LAKE SHORE DR.
Decatur, IL 62521
Nearby Neighborhoods
Longview Place (62526)
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.