Travel Rehab RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Rehabilitation for a travel nursing job in St. Joseph, Missouri.

• Specialty:
  Rehabilitation
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/03/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Rehab RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring BSN, a MO or compact RN license, and at least 2 years of nursing experience.

• Inpatient Acute Rehab Unit (ARU) caring for patients discharged from acute care requiring 1+ weeks of PT/OT/speech therapy
• Patient population includes post-surgical, post-stroke, CHF, total joints, hip/femur fractures, and general med-surg patients
• Non-telemetry unit; patients occasionally have IVs and require lab draws
• Patient ratio of 1:5 on days and 1:5-6 on nights
• Night shift, 3x12 hours, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM
• Every third weekend required with holiday block coverage
• Floating to similar units within the hospital may be required
• EPIC charting system used

• Active RN license in Missouri or Compact state required, must be in hand prior to start
• BSN required
• BLS and NIHSS required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Must pass a telemetry/basic EKG exam with 80% or higher (2 attempts allowed)
• Responsible for own IV insertions and lab draws
• Experience with IV therapy, orthopedic care, neurological assessments, and cardiac monitoring preferred
• Travel nursing experience preferred
• EPIC charting experience preferred

• Work collaboratively with physical therapy and care management teams to plan patient discharge from time of admission
• Must complete all organizational mandatory education and modules during orientation
• Weekend and holiday time-off requests must be pre-approved before joining the team
• Self-scheduling is used, though schedules are created 6 weeks in advance, which may limit flexibility for incoming travelers
• No smoking or leaving hospital premises during shift
• First-time travelers with 2+ years of experience are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted at a reduced pay rate
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rate
• Previous employees must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Facility is a Level II Trauma and Level II Stroke Center currently expanding with 18 additional beds

American Traveler Job  #P-767182. 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
- Rehab
- In Patient

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.