Travel 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 a Med/Surg RN for a Neuroscience unit requiring 2+ years of experience and ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.

• Night shift, 4x12 hours (19:00-07:30) in a Neurosurgery unit
• Magnet-designated, teaching hospital, Level I Trauma Center
• Patient population includes pre- and post-operative cranial and spinal surgery patients, with occasional general neurology and stroke patients as secondary coverage
• Patient ratios of 1:4-6
• Unit manages intermittently drained lumbar and surgical drains
• Unit does not manage titratable drips (except Heparin), trached/total laryngectomy patients, EVDs, fresh TPA administration, or arterial lines
• Required to work every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within service line to meet facility needs
• EPIC charting system used
• Option to sign for 36 or 48 hours per week

• Active MO or compact RN license required (compact must match permanent residence)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Experience with EPIC charting system preferred
• Skills required:
  
  medication administration, Heparin administration, cardiac monitoring and emergency response, and interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
• Experience in Med/Surg, telemetry, IV therapy/phlebotomy, peripheral line care, neurological/psychiatric care, pre/post neurosurgery, and surgical drain management required

• Provide direct patient care to pre- and post-operative neurosurgical patients, including management of surgical drains
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility; no local candidates accepted
• Facial hair must allow for proper respirator fit testing or must be shaved with no exceptions
• No more than 7 days of RTO allowed per 13-week contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week of the assignment
• Travelers may stay for an 18-month period, followed by a required 3-month break in service
• Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any facility within the health system as a traveler
• First-time travelers are not required to have prior travel experience for consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-776249. 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.