Travel Trauma Med Surg 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:
  
  11/23/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Med/Surg Trauma unit requiring 5 years of experience and Level I/II trauma background.

• Medical Surgical trauma unit within a Level I Trauma Center and Magnet/Teaching hospital
• Patient ratios of 1:4-6
• Patients admitted from ED, OR, or ICU, including geriatric trauma, acute care surgery, and trauma (abuse/violence, MVA/MVC, falls) populations
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours (7:00-19:30)
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend
• No on-call requirement
• Floating required within service line to meet facility needs
• Uses Epic charting system
• Specialized equipment includes lifts, restraints, wound vacs, traction, and external fixators

• Active MO or compact RN license required (no issuance if tied to another compact state)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• BSN, CPI, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications preferred
• Minimum 5 years of RN experience required
• Level I and Level II Trauma experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Must pass Relias EKG exam covering interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Skills required include blood product administration, peripheral line care/management, phlebotomy, IV starts, insulin administration, and PCA management
• Experience with spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, ortho trauma, peripheral nerve block catheters, and total joint replacements required
• Experience with chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac), CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, nasal cannula, oral suctioning, and oxygen delivery devices required
• Wound care and wound vac experience required
• Isolation precautions/PPE experience required

• Provide direct care to trauma, acute care surgery, and geriatric trauma patients within a high-acuity Med/Surg unit
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Facial hair must allow for proper respirator fit testing or must be shaved, no exceptions
• Candidates must reside outside a 75-mile radius; no local candidates accepted
• Maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week of the assignment
• Previous BJC permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Standard travelers may work up to an 18-month period before requiring a 3-month break in service
• Travel experience required for consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-772692. 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.