American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Med Surg
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 12 / 08 / 2025
- Duration : 16 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical Surgical night shift position requiring a MO or compact RN license and Epic experience.
Responsibilities
Position is on a high-turnover Medical Surgical unit within a short-term acute care, Magnet-designated Level I Trauma CenterNight shift schedule from 7 : 00 PM to 7 : 30 AM, working 3x12 hour shiftsRequired to work every other weekendNurse-to-patient ratios are 1 : 4-6Care for patients with diagnoses such as ostomy, colon resection, colon / bladder cancer, GU, and medical overflowSpecial procedures include foley catheters, continuous bladder irrigation (CBI), and protocols for colorectal patientsAdministration of Heparin, Lidocaine (pain only), Bicarb, Bivaldirubin, and occasional Amiodarone dripsHandles PCAs, epidurals, and CBIs with various irrigation solutionsUtilizes remote monitoring telemetry equipment and Epic EMR (Epic experience required)Floating within the service line as neededHigh-turnover surgical patient environment with exposure to complex medical and surgical casesExpected to support protocols for colorectal and GU patients, and provide specialized post-op careTeam-based nursing with floating required within service lines to meet facility needsRequired to wear navy scrubsNo on-call responsibilitiesRTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first weekPermanent former employees must wait one year before returning as a travelerTravelers can work for up to 18 months before a mandatory 3-month breakNight shift parking provided at no charge in employee parking lotsCompletion of pre-start modules is required prior to orientationRequirements
Active MO or compact RN licenseBLS certification requiredMinimum 2 years of recent Med / Surg RN experienceExperience with Epic EMR is requiredDemonstrated skills in Med / Surg, remote telemetry monitoring, colostomy care, feeding tube care, blood product administration, central and peripheral line management, PICC line management, IV starts, phlebotomy, Heparin, insulin, and PCAMust reside more than 75 miles from the facilityFirst time travelers not acceptedBenefits
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and DiscountsAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-624104. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg
About American Traveler
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.