Travel Medical-Surgical Trauma RN - $2,076 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: 09/14/2026
• 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: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Trauma unit requiring 5 years of experience and Level I/II Trauma background.

Details

• Medical Surgical unit at a Level I Trauma Center within a Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• Patient population includes geriatric trauma, trauma victims (abuse, MVA/MVC, falls), and acute care surgery patients (appendicitis, gallbladder, hernia repair, burns, TBI)
• Patients typically transfer from ED, OR, or ICU
• Patient ratio of 1:4-6
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Can sign for 36 or 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within service line to meet facility needs
• EPIC charting system used, experience required

Requirements

• Active MO or compact RN license required (pending license accepted)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• BSN, CPI, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications preferred
• Minimum 5 years of RN experience required
• Level I and Level II Trauma experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Prior travel experience required
• Must pass Relias EKG exam covering interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Skilled in blood product administration, peripheral line care, phlebotomy, IV starts, insulin administration, and PCA management
• Experience with spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injury, ortho trauma, peripheral nerve block catheters, and total joint replacements
• Competency in chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac), CPAP/BiPAP, high flow nasal cannula, and oxygen therapy devices
• Wound care and wound vac experience required
• Isolation precautions and PPE knowledge required
• Must be clean-shaven or have facial hair compatible with respirator fit testing, no exceptions

Additional Information

• Provide direct medical-surgical nursing care to trauma, acute care surgery, and geriatric trauma patients
• Utilize specialized equipment including lifts, restraints, wound vacs, traction, and external fixators
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• Maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week of the assignment
• Standard travelers may work up to an 18-month period before requiring a 3-month break in service
• Former permanent employees of BJC or Saint Luke's must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Lab work must be completed within 48-72 hours of contract signing
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-716269. 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.