Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in St. Louis, MO

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical
Location: St. Louis, MO
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 26 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Travel RN – Medical Surgical (Nights)

Location

Saint Louis, MO | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13-Week Assignment | Nights (1900–0730) | Expected 36 or 48 hours/week | Every other weekend required | No call requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to perform assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care for all age groups
• Monitor and coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient outcomes and comfort
• Evaluate the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers and maintain professional accountability
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information in accordance with applicable standards
• May be floated to other units depending on staffing needs
• Function within the scope of nursing practice consistent with the Missouri Nurse Practice Act and established nursing guidelines

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license — must meet criteria for licensure eligibility in the state of Missouri or currently hold a Missouri RN license
• BLS certification from AHA only
• Minimum 1 year of inpatient Medical Surgical experience
• Flu vaccination (or facility-approved exemption) required for assignments running November 1 through April 1; declinations are not accepted

Preferred Experience / Skills

• ACLS certification from AHA only
• Experience with EPIC EMR
• Familiarity with equipment including Alaris IV pumps, Kangaroo enteral feeding pumps, wound vacs, SCD machines, PCA pumps, low air loss mattresses, and remote telemetry monitors
• Experience caring for GI, GU, wound care, acute withdrawal, altered mental status, dialysis/ESRD, and minor surgical patient populations

Why Join Us

• Join a high-acuity, 30-bed Med Surg unit at a facility recognized for excellence in patient safety, stroke care, cardiac care, and trauma services
• Work in a vibrant city with world-class dining, entertainment, sports, and cultural attractions