Travel Med Surg 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:
  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 13-week night shift assignment at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital, requiring MO or compact RN licensure and specialized ENT/Plastics surgical nursing experience.

• ENT and Plastic Surgery Med/Surg unit in a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• Care for patients with cuffed/cuffless tracheostomies, total laryngectomies, carotid blow-out precautions, and free flap patients
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (19:00-07:30)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within service line to meet facility needs
• Uses Epic for charting
• Telemetry monitoring required

• Active MO or compact RN license required (compact must match permanent residence)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg experience required; 1+ year considered with Level I Trauma or teaching facility experience
• Epic charting experience required
• Experience with drains, tracheostomy/total laryngectomy care, tube feeding, phlebotomy, IV access, and central line management required
• BSN preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Prior charge experience preferred

• Provide nursing care including wound care, ostomy care, respiratory support, and cardiac monitoring for surgical ENT/Plastics patients
• Navy blue scrubs required
• No more than 7 days of RTO per 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week of the assignment
• Permanent BJC or Saint Luke's employees must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Travelers must complete an 18-month tenure with a required 3-month break in service before returning
• Facial hair must allow for proper respirator fit testing or must be shaved, no exceptions
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Local candidates not accepted within a 75-mile radius of the facility

American Traveler Job  #P-776262. 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.