Nurse RN - Correctional Med Surg
Company: American Traveler
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN
Correctional Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Chicago,
Illinois. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Med Surg -
Discipline: RN - Start Date: 03/03/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 40
hours per week - Shift: 8 hours, evenings - Employment Type: Travel
/n Job Description/n American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN
for a Med/Surg position in a correctional setting, requiring an
active IL license and evening shift availability. /n /n
Responsibilities/n - Work in a correctional healthcare environment
on a Med/Surg unit - Shift schedule is five 8-hour evening shifts
per week from 3:00pm to 11:30pm - Every other weekend work is
required - Floating to different units or facilities within a
50-mile radius is mandatory and can be assigned with as little as
two hours' notice - No block scheduling accommodations are
available - Uses Cerner EMR system; prior experience is helpful -
Provide Med/Surg nursing care to an incarcerated population - Must
adhere to strict compliance and credentialing standards, including
timely completion of lab work and modules - Free parking is
available on a first come, first serve basis - Navy blue scrubs are
required - Returning clinicians must complete full recredentialing
and orientation regardless of previous assignment length -
Pre-start modules are required and typically take about 4 hours to
complete - Requests for time off are limited to 5 days per
contract, with no more than 2 consecutive days, and are not
approved on weekends or around holidays /n /n Requirements/n -
Active and current IL RN license required at time of consideration
- At least 2 years of recent acute care Med/Surg nursing experience
required - Correctional nursing experience preferred - Current
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required - Proof of all
required vaccinations, including COVID vaccine (booster not
required), must be provided one week prior to start - Local
candidates accepted and preferred; must reside within 75 miles of
the facility - Pending licensure candidates will not be considered
/n Benefits/n - High Pay and Bonuses - Medical, Dental and Vision
Insurance with Day 1 Options - 401(k) Plan - Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs - Generous Housing Allowance - Travel and
Licensure Reimbursements - Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy -
Traveler Rewards and Discounts /n American Traveler Job ID
P-667088. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per
week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be
determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg About American
Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has
established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team
ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or
expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands
of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and
approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with
your career aspirations and personal requirements. American
Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical,
dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your
assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends,
and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our
in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort
throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax
and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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