Travel Medical Surgical RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/23/2026
• Duration:
  12 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a night shift contract requiring at least 2 years of acute medicine experience and MO or compact RN licensure.

• Medical Surgical unit in a Magnet-accredited, Level I Trauma teaching hospital
• Acute medicine population including diabetes, renal issues, COPD, abdominal rule outs, and non-chemo cancer patients
• Unit does not care for surgical patients
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
• Can sign for 36 or 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within service line
• Uses Epic for charting

• Active MO or compact RN license required (compact must match permanent residence)
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Must pass Relias EKG exam covering interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• MS/Tele experience preferred
• Level I Trauma and teaching hospital experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Skills in respiratory care (BiPAP/CPAP, oxygen therapy, suctioning), IV therapy, central/PICC line management, and cardiac monitoring preferred
• Experience with wound care and isolation precautions/PPE preferred
• Facial hair must allow for proper respirator fit testing or must be shaved

• Provide direct patient care to acute medical patients on a busy Med/Surg unit
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
• RTO limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week
• All RTO must be finalized prior to submission; no additional RTO requests allowed after submission, offer, or start
• Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any BJC facility as a traveler
• Standard travelers may work up to 18 months before requiring a 3-month break in service
• Contract length is firm and cannot be adjusted mid-assignment
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Pending license accepted for consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-772693. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.