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:
  12 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: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 12-week night shift assignment at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital, requiring at least 1 year of experience and a MO or compact RN license.

• Medical Surgical unit within a short-term acute care, Magnet-designated teaching hospital and Level I Trauma Center
• Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours from 19:00 to 7:30
• Patient ratios of 1:3-5
• Option to sign for 36 or 48 hours per week
• Required to work every other weekend
• Floating required within service line scope to meet facility needs
• No on-call responsibilities
• EPIC charting system required
• Care for acute care medicine patients including acute renal failure, pneumonia, acute pancreatitis, UTI, encephalopathy/cirrhosis, sickle cell pain crisis, chest pain, COPD, asthma exacerbation, syncope/collapse, and diabetic keto acidosis

• Active MO or compact RN license required (compact must match permanent residence)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg nursing experience required
• EPIC charting experience required
• Must pass Relias EKG exam demonstrating interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Skilled in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube management, high flow nasal cannula, and oxygen administration
• Experienced in IV therapy/phlebotomy including central line blood draws, PICC line management, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Skilled in medication administration including heparin, insulin, and PCA
• Experienced in wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE
• Must be clean-shaven or have facial hair compliant with respirator fit testing requirements

• Provide direct patient care to a diverse Med/Surg population with complex acute conditions
• Navy blue scrubs required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Pending license accepted at time of submission for certain states
• No local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius
• Maximum of 7 days RTO allowed per 13-week contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week of the assignment
• Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any BJC facility as a traveler
• Standard travelers may work up to an 18-month period before requiring a 3-month break in service
• 12-week contract length is firm

American Traveler Job  #P-783372. 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.