Travel MS​/Tele Float 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:
  
  11/30/2026
• 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 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Float RN requiring 2+ years of MS/Tele experience and MO or compact RN licensure for a night shift float pool role.

• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 18:45-7:15)
• MS/Tele float position within a short-term acute care hospital
• Floats within scope to medical, surgical, oncology, neuro, and cardiology units
• Patient ratios of 1:5-6 for days/weekends and 1:6 for nights
• Required to work every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule, plus holiday rotation
• No on-call requirements
• Uses EPIC charting system
• Not open to block scheduling

• Active MO or compact RN license required (pending license accepted)
• Minimum of 2 years MS/Tele experience required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• IV start and telemetry skills required
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Prior EPIC experience strongly preferred
• Skills in IV therapy, central and peripheral line care, and phlebotomy
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and telemetry remote monitoring
• Experience with respiratory care including HFNC, ABG interpretation, nasal cannula, and oxygen administration
• Experience with wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE
• Experience with PCA medications, surgical drains, and total joint replacement care preferred
• Must be able to use lift devices, ceiling lifts, and bladder scanner (training provided)

• Float pool nurses call in up to 1 hour before shift start to receive unit assignment, unless pre-assigned to a specific unit
• Navy blue scrubs required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Travel experience is not required
• No local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius
• No more than 7 days of RTO allowed per 13-week contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week
• Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to this health system as a traveler
• Standard travelers must reside outside a 75-mile radius and may stay up to 18 months, followed by a required 3-month break in service
• Guaranteed minimum of 3 shifts per 13-week contract
• Free parking available on site

American Traveler Job  #P-776264. 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 Float Pool

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.