Travel Med Surg RN - $1,947 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Clinic Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Kansas City, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• 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: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 6W Ortho/Neuro/Transplant Nephrology unit at a Level 1 trauma hospital, requiring at least 1 year of relevant experience and an active MO or compact RN license.

Details

• Work on a 20-bed Ortho/Neuro/Transplant Nephrology unit within a Level 1 trauma hospital
• Patient population includes med/surg, nephrology, kidney transplant, and renal cases
• Dialysis is performed off-unit
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Unit supported by daytime unit secretary, PCTs, and a unit educator
• Uses Meditech documentation system
• Overnight shift, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Required to work 3 weekend shifts per month
• No on-call requirements
• Agency/contract nurses float first per unit policy
• 13-week assignment

Requirements

• Active RN license (MO or compact) currently in hand
• Current BLS certification
• Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg experience required
• ADN required
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration (no Canadian SSN accepted)
• Two professional references required for Missouri assignments
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Provide med/surg nursing care to patients with orthopedic, neurological, and renal/transplant needs
• Virtual nurse supports patient admissions, allowing bedside nurses to focus on other patients
• Unit recognized for teamwork through its 'We Show Up' award
• Royal blue scrubs required; black scrub pants are also acceptable
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility, as local candidates are not accepted
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-741997. 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.