Travel RN - Med Surg - $1,819 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: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a General Surgery Med/Surg night shift position in Saint Louis, MO, requiring at least 1 year of inpatient Med/Surg experience and an active MO or compact RN license.

Details

• General Surgery unit (3 West) in an acute care hospital setting, serving a 30-bed floor
• Patient population includes surgical cases: GI, GU, Plastics, and overflow Ortho
• Night shift schedule: 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 contract

Requirements

• Active RN license in Missouri or eligible for MO licensure (compact license accepted)
• Current BLS certification from AHA required
• ACLS and TNCC from AHA preferred
• Minimum 1 year of recent inpatient Med/Surg experience required
• No employment gaps of 90 or more days within the past 12 months
• Valid U.S. Social Security Number required (Canadian SINs are not accepted)
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, lift, and turn patients with assistance; push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs.; pinch up to 15 lbs.

Additional Information

• Specialty scope includes Med/Surg, Oncology, and Neuro Surgical recovery
• Responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care across all age groups, coordinating with ancillary departments to optimize outcomes
• Night shift orients on day shift; candidate must be available the full orientation week
• Black scrubs required (Mercy M Wear); no other scrub colors are 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 eligible but subject to a local bill rate reduction
• Local candidates within 50 miles are limited to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts before a 1-year separation or transfer outside the radius is required
• The facility is a Level 2 Trauma Center, Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Level 1 STEMI Center

American Traveler Job ID #P-725995. 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.