Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Kankakee for RNs

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

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top MS travel nurse jobs in and around Kankakee, Illinois. We currently offer 1 of the best available nurse travel jobs in the Kankakee area. 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 Kankakee’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 Apr 1, 2025, the average Medical Surgical travel nurse working in Kankakee and surrounding areas earned about $1,884 weekly. Today you can find MS jobs with a salary range from $1,864 per week. The Kankakee MS travel nursing market can include hospital facilities in Kankakee proper like Riverside Healthcare with more facilities in nearby areas like Bradley, Bourbonnais and Beecher to name a few.

Kankakee 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!

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Search Top Paying Medical Surgical Jobs in or near Kankakee

We have 1 Medical Surgical jobs in Kankakee, IL and 15 Medical Surgical travel jobs in Illinois, and 476 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.

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Kankakee, Illinois – 60901
12 N,
June 9, 2025
13

$1,864 to $2,054

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 Kankakee: 72 miles
12 N,
June 9, 2025
12

$2,163 to $2,384

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
Distance from Kankakee: 72 miles
12 N,
May 26, 2025
12

$2,128 to $2,345

50-mile radius rule, no local CLNs EPIC experience is required NO block scheduling allowed 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 Kankakee: 72 miles
12 N,
May 26, 2025
12

$2,128 to $2,345

50-mile radius rule, no local CLNs EPIC experience is required NO block scheduling allowed 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 Kankakee: 72 miles
12 D,
May 19, 2025
12

$2,022 to $2,229

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 Kankakee: 72 miles
12 D,
May 12, 2025
13

$2,022 to $2,229

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

Peoria, Illinois – 61614
Distance from Kankakee: 95 miles
12 N,
May 26, 2025
12

$2,163 to $2,384

Magnet Recognized! In 2024, Carle Health Proctor Hospital earned its second Magnet designation.

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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Rockford, Illinois – 61108
Distance from Kankakee: 102 miles
12 D,
May 19, 2025
8

$1,493 to $1,646

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 Kankakee: 116 miles
12 N,
May 26, 2025
13

$1,493 to $1,645

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

Janesville, Wisconsin – 53548
Distance from Kankakee: 123 miles
12 N,
June 3, 2025
13

$1,932 to $2,129

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

Janesville, Wisconsin – 53548
Distance from Kankakee: 123 miles
12 N,
June 2, 2025
13

$1,932 to $2,129

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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travel Exclusive

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Rock Island, Illinois – 61201
Distance from Kankakee: 142 miles
12 D,
May 19, 2025
13

$2,305 to $2,540

This full-service hospital treats tens of thousands of patients every year. Services include: Level II Trauma Center and fast-track emergency room, Heart and Vascular Services, using leading-edge diagnostic and interventional care including open heart surgery and cardiac cath labs, Five state-of-the-art surgery suites for both outpatient surgeries and inpatient procedures, including orthopedics, heart procedures, bariatrics, robotic surgery, aroscopic surgery, neurosurgery and emergency operations Epilepsy monitoring unit and neuroscience services, Medical/surgical intensive care units, Robert Young Center for Community Mental Health/Riverside, providing comprehensive mental health and substance abuse services, Rehabilitation services providing therapies for both inpatients and outpatients with varying levels of functional impairment, Pediatric services, Radiology, diagnostics and gastrointestinal lab.

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travel Exclusive

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Rock Island, Illinois – 61201
Distance from Kankakee: 142 miles
12 N,
June 2, 2025
13

$1,834 to $2,399

This full-service hospital treats tens of thousands of patients every year. Services include: Level II Trauma Center and fast-track emergency room, Heart and Vascular Services, using leading-edge diagnostic and interventional care including open heart surgery

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travel Exclusive

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Rock Island, Illinois – 61201
Distance from Kankakee: 142 miles
12 D,
May 26, 2025
13

$1,741 to $2,276

This full-service hospital treats tens of thousands of patients every year. Services include: Level II Trauma Center and fast-track emergency room, Heart and Vascular Services, using leading-edge diagnostic and interventional care including open heart surgery and cardiac cath labs, Five state-of-the-art surgery suites for both outpatient surgeries and inpatient procedures, including orthopedics, heart procedures, bariatrics, robotic surgery, aroscopic surgery, neurosurgery and emergency operations Epilepsy monitoring unit and neuroscience services, Medical/surgical intensive care units, Robert Young Center for Community Mental Health/Riverside, providing comprehensive mental health and substance abuse services, Rehabilitation services providing therapies for both inpatients and outpatients with varying levels of functional impairment, Pediatric services, Radiology, diagnostics and gastrointestinal lab.

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travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Fort Wayne, Indiana – 46802
Distance from Kankakee: 142 miles
12 N,
June 16, 2025
13

$1,333 to $1,743

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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travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

West Burlington, Iowa – 52655
Distance from Kankakee: 173 miles
12 N,
May 27, 2025
13

$2,020 to $2,226

The Medical Care Unit for our facility is a unit that has less acute patients that may just be awaiting placement to a long term care facility. They may be a variety of medical diagnoses. The unit is shared with Inpatient Rehab and nurse may have to float between the two units. Inpatient Rehab is a designated unit for intense rehab services. Telemetry experience preferred. Delivers care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation in coordination with other health team members. Effectively interacts with the patient, significant others, and other health team members while maintaining high standards of professional nursing. Provides high quality care to the following patient populations: Geriatric, Medical/Surgical, Adult, Telemetry and Psychiatric Issues.

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travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Dyersville, Iowa – 52040
Distance from Kankakee: 193 miles
12 D,
May 26, 2025
13

$1,703 to $1,877

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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travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin – 53965
Distance from Kankakee: 199 miles
8 D,
May 29, 2025
10

Contact for Details

Camp Dates: 05/29-08/08 Shared housing and bathroom. Meals provided in the cafeteria Campers: All ages of individuals with disbilties (3y/o to adults) Assistance with personal care required for some campers. One day off per week.

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travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Washington, Iowa – 52353
Distance from Kankakee: 200 miles
12 N,
May 26, 2025
13

$1,985 to $2,188

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 Kankakee: 204 miles
12 N,
May 12, 2025
13

$1,934 to $2,131

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 Kankakee: 204 miles
12 D,
May 12, 2025
13

$1,934 to $2,131

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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travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Saint Louis, Missouri – 63128
Distance from Kankakee: 212 miles
12 N,
June 16, 2025
13

$1,723 to $2,253

Unit Information: 7 Medical • Number of Beds: 60 • Patient Ratios: 1:5/6 • Equipment: Bladder scanner, vein finder, IV pumps, wound vacs EMR-EPIC Scrub Color – Black

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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Saint Louis, Missouri – 63128
Distance from Kankakee: 212 miles
12 N,
June 16, 2025
13

$1,460 to $1,910

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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travel Compact State

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Saint Louis, Missouri – 63128
Distance from Kankakee: 212 miles
12 N,
June 16, 2025
13

$1,460 to $1,910

• Number of Beds: 30 • Patient Ratios: 1: 6 • Must Have Skills/Experience: 2 year s Ortho , inpatient only • Type of Patients on Unit: Medical EMR-EPIC Scrub Color – Black

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Statistics on MS RN Jobs in Kankakee, Illinois

Here are some helpful statistics about MS traveling nurse jobs in & near Kankakee. The data is based on the last three complete months of MS job postings in the Kankakee 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 Kankakee and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

Salary Range

Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

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

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

Registered Nurse – MS with a per week salary of $2,054, a 13 weeks duration, for a 12 N in Kankakee

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

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

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

There are currently 1 Medical Surgical travel nursing jobs available in Kankakee. 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 Kankakee and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Medical Surgical nurse in Kankakee can make an average of $1,834 per week based on recent job availability.

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

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Medical Surgical nurse in Kankakee can make an average of $1,872 per week based on recent job availability data.

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

Riverside Healthcare in Kankakee
Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox (27.6 miles from Kankakee)
Fransiscan St. Margaret Health-Dyer in Dyer (31.3 miles from Kankakee)
Fransiscan Healthcare-Munster in Munster (35.6 miles from Kankakee)

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

A Medical Surgical nurse in Kankakee can make an average of $1,857 per week.

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

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

Recently Filled MS Jobs in & Near Kankakee

Curious to learn what kinds of MS jobs were recently filled in Kankakee and the benefits of travel nursing? Look no further. We’ve collected 34 of the most recently available RN MS travel jobs posted by healthcare facilities in or nearby to Kankakee. The most recent highest paying MS job in Kankakee was a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical job in Kankakee with a weekly salary of $2,133, and a contract length of 8 weeks. The lowest paying Medical Surgical travel nurse position in Kankakee was a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical position in Kankakee with a weekly salary of $1,846, and a contract length of 13 weeks.

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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Kankakee, IL 60901
Shifts
12 N
Start
January 29, 2024
Duration
N/A

$1,847 to $2,036

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Kankakee, IL 60901
Shifts
12 D
Start
March 25, 2024
Duration
13 Weeks

$1,724 to $1,900

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Kankakee, IL 60901
Shifts
12 D
Start
April 11, 2024
Duration
8 Weeks

$1,724 to $1,900

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Kankakee, IL 60901
Shifts
12 N
Start
April 15, 2024
Duration
8 Weeks

$1,935 to $2,133

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Kankakee, IL 60901
Shifts
12 D
Start
August 5, 2024
Duration
8 Weeks

$1,600 to $1,764

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Kankakee, IL 60901
Shifts
12 N
Start
August 5, 2024
Duration
8 Weeks

$1,600 to $1,764

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Kankakee, IL 60901
Shifts
12 N
Start
August 19, 2024
Duration
8 Weeks

$1,600 to $1,764

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Kankakee, IL 60901
Shifts
12 N
Start
August 26, 2024
Duration
13 Weeks

$1,794 to $1,977

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Kankakee, IL 60901
Shifts
12 N
Start
August 26, 2024
Duration
8 Weeks

$1,688 to $1,861

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Kankakee, IL 60901
Shifts
12 N
Start
September 9, 2024
Duration
13 Weeks

$1,794 to $1,977

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Kankakee, IL 60901
Shifts
12 D
Start
September 9, 2024
Duration
13 Weeks

$1,794 to $1,977

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Facility Type
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Facility Address
Kankakee, IL 60901
Shifts
12 D
Start
October 3, 2024
Duration
13 Weeks

$1,688 to $1,861

Weekly Pay*

JOB FILLED

Locating Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Kankakee

In Kankakee, facilities like Riverside Healthcare, all offer MS departments.

Other popular cities near Kankakee’s MS job opportunities are Bradley (1.5 miles), Bourbonnais (2.7 miles) and Beecher (19.7 miles). These are near to zip codes: 60451 (27.6 miles), 46311 (31.3 miles) and 46321 (35.6 miles).

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Kankakee Hospitals With MS Departments

There are 3 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have MS nurses in Kankakee. 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 Kankakee.

Riverside Healthcare

Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N

Job Durations
4 wks, 6 wks, 8 wks, 12 wks, 13 wks, and 16 wks

Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse, Emergency Room RN, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Psychiatric, Skilled LPN/LVN, Sterile Processing Tech, and Telemetry RN

Address
350 N Wall St
Kankakee, IL 60901

* 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.