Travel Medical Surgical RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/12/2026
• 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 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Medical Surgical unit position requiring MO or compact license and prior post-op med/surg experience.

• Medical Surgical unit in a Magnet-designated, teaching, Level I Trauma Center hospital
• Post-op medical surgical patient population including bariatrics, trachs, Endo Onc, MIS, plastics, ortho, and ophthalmology cases
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (19:00-07:30)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required within service line to meet facility needs
• No on-call responsibilities
• EPIC charting system required
• Uses Pyxis, SBAR handoff, sit/stand lift, Hoyer lift, bladder scanner, and EKG machine
• NPs on floor Monday-Friday  with 24-hour house staff coverage
• Phlebotomy services offered 21:00-05:30 daily

• Active MO or compact RN license required (no issuance if tied to another compact state)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of medical surgical RN experience required
• EPIC charting experience required
• Must pass Relias EKG exam covering interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Skilled in phlebotomy, IV therapy, central line blood draws, PICC line management, and peripheral line care
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips (no titration) and PCA
• Cardiac monitoring and emergency response skills required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Charge nurse experience preferred

• Provide post-surgical nursing care with a focus on mobility and CHG baths
• RNs may be required to perform and interpret EKGs when needed, with training available
• No more than 7 days RTO permitted per 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted
• Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any BJC facility as a traveler
• Standard travelers may stay up to 18 months, followed by a required 3-month break in service
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Must maintain facial hair compliant with respirator fit testing standards, or be clean-shaven

American Traveler Job  #P-753166. 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.