Travel Medical-Surgical Trauma Registered Nurse - $2,789 per week

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: 07/06/2026
• 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: Jul 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg position at a Magnet-designated Level I Trauma Center, requiring at least 5 years of experience and EKG interpretation skills.

Details

• Night shift schedule, 4x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• Option to work 36 or 48 hours per week
• Medical-Surgical unit within a short-term acute care, Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma Center and teaching hospital
• Patient population includes geriatric trauma (55+), MVA/MVC/fall victims, abuse/violence victims, and acute care surgery patients (appendicitis, gallbladder, hernia repair, fistulas, wounds, burns, TBI)
• Patients sourced from the ED, OR, and ICU
• Patient ratio of 1:4–6
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within scope required to meet facility needs
• No on-call requirement
• EMR: Epic (experience required)
• Block scheduling is not available
• Special equipment includes lifts, restraints, wound vacs, traction, and external fixators

Requirements

• Active MO RN license or Compact RN license required; pending IL license may be accepted with notation
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 5 years of RN experience required
• Level I Trauma Center experience required
• Must pass a Relias EKG exam; EKG interpretation and dysrhythmia management required
• Proficiency in Med/Surg skills including: blood product administration, peripheral line care/management, phlebotomy, IV starts, insulin management, PCA, CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, oral suctioning, oxygen delivery devices, isolation precautions, and wound care/wound vac
• Experience with spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injury, ortho trauma, peripheral nerve block catheters, total joint replacements, surgical drains, and chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac) required
• Must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Navy blue scrubs required
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO during the first week of orientation
• Travelers may remain for up to 18 months, after which a 3-month break in service is required before returning
• Former permanent employees of the health system must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Parking passes are available for purchase through the facility's Public Safety department at varying costs depending on lot; night shift workers may park at no charge in employee parking
• First-time travelers: refer to position details for eligibility

American Traveler Job ID #P-715810. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.

Why Vivian Health?

Be sure to apply via Vivian Health to increase your chances of landing your perfect job. Just complete your Vivian Health profileonce, and get access to thousands of opportunities across the country. Then keep up to date with your job application process and conversations with our easy to use app.