Travel Medical Surgical RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbia, Missouri.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for night shift in a busy internal medicine unit requiring MO or compact RN licensure and prior Med/Surg experience.

• Work in a 57 max-capacity Medical Specialties unit servicing internal medicine patients with a wide range of diagnoses
• Rooms feature video monitoring, sitter rooms, ceiling lifts, and bariatric accommodations
• Charge nurse and supervisor present on every shift
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 7:30
• Average patient ratios are 1:5 days and 1:6 nights, with occasional increases to 1:6 days and 1:7 nights
• Mandatory floating to MS and MS/Tele units, including duties as a Patient Observer/Sitter when needed
• Cerner charting system preferred

• Active MO or Compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS certification required; CPI certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience required, though 1.5 years may be considered for quality candidates
• Med/Surg unit experience required
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Skills such as IV therapy, wound care, PICC line management, cardiac monitoring, and dysrhythmia management preferred
• Must be able to ambulate, reach, and move objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs
• Must be able to work in an environment with routine exposure to contagious illnesses

• Provide direct medical-surgical nursing care within a high-acuity internal medicine unit
• Required to work 50% of holidays falling within the contract period, with flexibility on which holidays are worked
• Rotating shifts, weekend work, and inclement weather coverage required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates residing within 50 miles are not eligible; those residing 51-74 miles away may be offered at a local rate
• Maximum RTO of 10 days, with none permitted during the first week due to orientation requirements

American Traveler Job  #P-753436. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Med/Surg

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.