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Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Springfield, IL for RNs

Find Top RN Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Springfield, Illinois

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top MS travel nurse jobs in and around Springfield, Illinois. We currently offer 6 of the best available nurse travel jobs in the Springfield area. We also have 6 exclusive, high-paying Medical Surgical travel nurse job(s) you won’t find anywhere else. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Springfield’s MS nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

As of Jun 1, 2025, the average Medical Surgical travel nurse working in Springfield and surrounding areas earned about $2,408 weekly. Today you can find MS jobs with a salary range between $2,255 to $3,123 per week. The Springfield MS travel nursing market can include hospital facilities in Springfield proper like St. John’s Hospital of the Hospital Systems of the Third Order of St. with more facilities in nearby areas like Virden, Taylorville and Lincoln to name a few.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for MS travel jobs in Springfield. The earliest start date in Springfield is Aug 11, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $3,065 per week. The latest start date for an MS job in Springfield is Aug 25, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $3,065 per week. You can also find other possibilities by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) Medical Surgical travel nurse job in Springfield including 13 weeks.

Springfield is a great location for MS travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

Search Top Paying Medical Surgical Jobs in or near Springfield

We have 6 Medical Surgical jobs in Springfield, IL and 30 Medical Surgical travel jobs in Illinois, and 437 total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Springfield, Illinois – 62769
  • 12 D,
  • August 25, 2025
  • 13
$2,834 to $3,123
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.
travel Exclusive
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Springfield, Illinois – 62769
  • 12 D,
  • August 25, 2025
  • 13
$2,255 to $3,065
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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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Springfield, Illinois – 62769
  • 12 N,
  • August 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,255 to $3,065
Weekly Pay*
Founded in 1875, St. John’s is the flagship hospital of Hospital Sisters Health System and is home to the Prairie Heart Institute, St. John’s Children’s Hospital, Women and Infants Center, Neurosciences Center, Women and Children’s Clinic, Cancer Center, orthopedic services and AthletiCare.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Springfield, Illinois – 62769
  • 12 D,
  • August 11, 2025
  • 13
$2,255 to $3,065
Weekly Pay*
Founded in 1875, St. John’s is the flagship hospital of Hospital Sisters Health System and is home to the Prairie Heart Institute, St. John’s Children’s Hospital, Women and Infants Center, Neurosciences Center, Women and Children’s Clinic, Cancer Center, orthopedic services and AthletiCare.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Springfield, Illinois – 62769
  • 12 N,
  • August 25, 2025
  • 13
$2,255 to $3,065
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.
travel Exclusive
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Springfield, Illinois – 62769
  • 12 D,
  • August 25, 2025
  • 13
$2,255 to $3,065
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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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Peoria, Illinois – 61636
    Distance from Springfield: 62 miles
  • 12 N,
  • August 25, 2025
  • 13
$1,934 to $2,131
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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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Peoria, Illinois – 61636
    Distance from Springfield: 62 miles
  • 12 D,
  • August 25, 2025
  • 13
$1,864 to $2,054
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! In 2024,Carle Health Methodist Hospital achieved its fifth Magnet designation
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Peoria, Illinois – 61636
    Distance from Springfield: 62 miles
  • 12 N,
  • August 18, 2025
  • 13
Contact for Details
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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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Mattoon, Illinois – 61938
    Distance from Springfield: 71 miles
  • 12 D,
  • August 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,969 to $2,170
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
  • Mattoon, Illinois – 61938
    Distance from Springfield: 71 miles
  • 12 N,
  • August 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,952 to $2,151
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
    Distance from Springfield: 79 miles
  • 12 N,
  • August 11, 2025
  • 13
$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
    Distance from Springfield: 79 miles
  • 12 D,
  • August 11, 2025
  • 13
$1,987 to $2,190
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! 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: -Manage care of acute and chronically ill cardiac and pulmonary patients. -Collaboratively identify patient goals of care, design and maintain care plans with patient and family. -Implement interventions as needed including medication administration and evaluation of effects. -Prepare patients for procedures, pain management, IV venipuncture, blood administration, monitor labs. -Discharge patients and provide instruction for safe transition from hospital. -Document all care using EMR. -Ensure team huddles are occurring. -Evaluation of patients. -Delegate with appropriate follow- up. -Answer call lights. -Ensure basic care such as turning, toileting, etc is done per standards of care. -Conflict management. -Professional communication with all team members.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from Springfield: 79 miles
  • 12 N,
  • August 12, 2025
  • 12
$1,969 to $2,170
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
    Distance from Springfield: 79 miles
  • 12 N,
  • August 18, 2025
  • 13
$1,916 to $2,112
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
    Distance from Springfield: 79 miles
  • 12 N,
  • August 18, 2025
  • 13
$1,916 to $2,112
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
    Distance from Springfield: 79 miles
  • 12 D,
  • August 18, 2025
  • 13
$1,828 to $2,015
Weekly Pay*
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. Floats to various inpatient units including Medical-Surgical, Oncology, Orthopedic, Advanced Care, and ICUs (if applicable). Completes Unit Nurse Leader Training, as needed. Provides direct nursing care, collaborates with other multidiscipline team members to provide patient care to various patient population. Conducts and documents assessments, nursing diagnoses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care Precept staff from various units as needed. Coordinates care to multidiscipline team members to facilitate and provide the highest possible quality patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from Springfield: 79 miles
  • 12 D,
  • August 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,828 to $2,015
Weekly Pay*
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. If applicable, completes annual education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements. 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
    Distance from Springfield: 79 miles
  • 12 D,
  • August 18, 2025
  • 13
$1,828 to $2,015
Weekly Pay*
Any RTO must be presented UP FRONT at the time of submission. IL State Licensure and all Certifications MUST be uploaded into AMIE Web in order to submit. 50-mile radius rule, no local CLNs EPIC Experience is required NO Blocked Schedule Request RTO Restrictions: not to exceed 3 consecutive days and 7 total day per 13-week contract IL license in hand (not a compact state).
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from Springfield: 79 miles
  • 12 D,
  • August 18, 2025
  • 13
Contact for Details
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
  • Saint Louis, Missouri – 63128
    Distance from Springfield: 86 miles
  • 12 N,
  • August 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,608 to $1,772
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
  • Quincy, Illinois – 62301
    Distance from Springfield: 94 miles
  • 12 D,
  • September 3, 2025
  • 13
$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
  • Quincy, Illinois – 62301
    Distance from Springfield: 94 miles
  • 12 N,
  • August 12, 2025
  • 13
$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
  • Quincy, Illinois – 62301
    Distance from Springfield: 94 miles
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • July 29, 2025
  • 13
$1,881 to $2,073
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 RN Jobs in Springfield, Illinois

Here are some helpful statistics about MS traveling nurse jobs in & near Springfield. The data is based on the last three complete months of MS job postings in the Springfield and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Medical Surgical job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Springfield and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel MS Nursing Jobs for RNs in Springfield, IL

What are the top paying Medical Surgical jobs currently available in or near Springfield?

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

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Springfield and surrounding areas.

How many Medical Surgical travel nursing jobs are available in Springfield?

There are currently 6 Medical Surgical travel nursing jobs available in Springfield. We also get new nursing specialties jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

How much does a day shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in Springfield and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Medical Surgical nurse in Springfield can make an average of $2,409 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in Springfield and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Medical Surgical nurse in Springfield can make an average of $2,538 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Medical Surgical staff in or near Springfield?

  • St. John’s Hospital of the Hospital Systems of the Third Order of St. in Springfield
  • HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital Fka Shelby Memorial Hospital in Shelbyville (53 miles from Springfield)
  • Carle Health Proctor Hospital in Peoria (61.7 miles from Springfield)
  • Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon (71.1 miles from Springfield)

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

A Medical Surgical nurse in Springfield can make an average of $2,486 per week.

What is the most common contract for Medical Surgical travel jobs in Springfield?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Medical Surgical job in Springfield is 13 weeks.

Locating Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Springfield

In Springfield, facilities like St. John’s Hospital of the Hospital Systems of the Third Order of St., all offer MS departments.

Other popular cities near Springfield’s MS job opportunities are Virden (21.8 miles), Taylorville (25.5 miles) and Lincoln (28.1 miles). These are near to zip codes: 62565 (53 miles), 61614 (61.7 miles) and 61938 (71.1 miles).

Springfield Hospitals With MS Departments

There are 2 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have MS nurses in Springfield. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling MS nurse position in or nearby Springfield.

St Marys Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 wks and 13 wks
Address
1800 E. LAKE SHORE DR.
Decatur, IL 62521
Nearby Neighborhoods
Longview Place (62526)
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
8 wks, 13 wks, 14 wks, 15 wks, and 107 wks
Address
800 East Carpenter Street
Springfield, IL 62769
* 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.