Travel Registered Nurse - 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 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

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

Details

• General Surgery unit within a hospital setting (30-bed unit)
• Patient population includes surgical cases: GI, GU, Plastics, and Overflow Ortho
• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Patient ratios are 1:6–7 on nights (ratios are not guaranteed)
• Equipment 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 a Compact state license eligible for Missouri endorsement
• Valid U.S. Social Security Number required (Canadian SINs not accepted)
• BLS certification from AHA required
• ACLS from AHA and TNCC preferred
• Minimum 1 year of recent inpatient Med/Surg experience required
• No gaps in employment of 90+ days within the past 12 months
• Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift; frequent bending, stooping, lifting, and turning patients with assistance
• Ability to push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs.; pinch up to 15 lbs.; occasional kneeling, crouching, and crawling

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 departments to optimize outcomes
• The facility is a Level 2 Trauma Center, Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Level 1 STEMI Center
• Night shift orientation is conducted on day shift; candidate must be available the full orientation week
• Flu vaccination (or Mercy-approved exemption) is required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1 — declinations are not accepted
• Black scrubs (Mercy M Wear) are required; no other attire is acceptable
• Up to 5 days of RTO is allowed but must be made up before the end of the assignment
• Only 1 holiday RTO request is allowed per assignment
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but will be subject to a reduced bill rate
• Black scrubs required

American Traveler Job ID #P-727365. 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.