Travel Medical-Surgical RN - $1,921 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Saint Louis, Missouri. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/23/2026 Duration: 26 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Mar 23, 2026 Length: 26 weeks Openings: 3 Description American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a General Surgery Med/Surg unit on night shift, requiring a minimum of 1 year of inpatient Med/Surg experience and an active MO or compact RN license. Details Works on a 30-bed General Surgery unit in an inpatient hospital setting Patient population includes surgical cases: GI, GU, Plastics, and overflow Ortho Night shift hours: 19:00-07:30 Patient ratios are 1:5-6 on day shift and 1:6-7 on night shift Equipment used includes Alaris IV pumps, Kangaroo enteral feeding pumps, wound vacs, SCD machines, PCA pumps, low air loss mattresses, and remote telemetry monitors EMR: Epic Every other weekend required No on-call requirements Floating to other units may be required based on staffing needs 13-week assignment Requirements Active RN license in Missouri or eligibility for MO licensure (MO or compact license required) BLS certification from AHA required ACLS from AHA and TNCC preferred Minimum 1 year of recent inpatient Med/Surg experience required Valid U.S. Social Security Number required No employment gaps of 90 days within the past 12 months Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift, with significant bending, stooping, and lifting/turning patients with assistance Ability to push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. and pinch up to 15 lbs. Additional Information Provides direct patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for post-surgical and medically complex patients Coordinates patient care activities with ancillary and other departments The facility is a Level 2 Trauma Center, Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Level 1 STEMI Center Night shift orientation takes place on day shift; candidates must be available the full orientation week Black scrubs (Mercy M Wear) required; no other scrub colors accepted Flu vaccination or a Mercy-approved exemption is required from November 1 through April 1; declinations are not accepted Up to 5 days of RTO is allowed but must be made up during the assignment Only 1 holiday RTO request is permitted per assignment Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are subject to a reduced bill rate and are limited to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts at this location before a 1-year separation or reassignment outside the 50-mile radius is required American Traveler Job ID P-682651. 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.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386