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
• 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: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Trauma position requiring 5+ years of experience and Level I Trauma background at a Magnet-designated teaching hospital.

• Medical Surgical trauma unit in a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma teaching hospital
• Patients admitted from ED, OR, or ICU including geriatric trauma, MVA/MVC victims, falls, and acute care surgery cases
• Patient ratios of 1:4-6
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
• Option to sign for 36 or 48 hours per week
• Required to work every other weekend
• Floating required within service line to meet facility needs
• No on-call requirement
• Uses Epic charting system
• Utilizes equipment including 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
• Must pass Relias EKG exam for interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
• Skilled in blood product administration, peripheral line care, phlebotomy, and starting IVs
• Experience with insulin administration, PCA, and non-titrated cardiac drips
• Experience with spinal cord injuries, TBI, and ortho trauma required
• Experience with total joint replacements and peripheral nerve block catheters
• Skilled in surgical drain, chest tube (Emerson/Pleur-evac), and wound vac/wound care management
• Experience with CPAP/BiPAP, high flow nasal cannula, nasal cannula, and oral suctioning
• Experience with isolation precautions and PPE
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Travel experience required

• Provide direct patient care for trauma, acute care surgery, and geriatric trauma populations
• Must reside outside a 75-mile radius, as no local candidates are accepted
• Standard travelers may work up to an 18-month period before a required 3-month break in service
• Permanent employees of BJC or Saint Luke's must wait 1 year before returning to any BJC facility as a traveler
• Travelers with 18 months of tenure require a 3-month break in service before returning
• No more than 7 days of RTO permitted per 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week of the assignment
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Facial hair must allow for proper respirator fit testing or must be shaved
• Pending MO or IL license accepted at time of consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-772691. 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.