Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,935 per week

Cross Country Nurses 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: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Medical Surgical Floor Nurse (MS), located in the healthcare organizations short-term acute care facility, is responsible for providing comprehensive patient care in a busy hospital setting. The position involves managing a diverse patient population with complex clinical needs, including those with tracheostomies, total laryngectomies, and other ENT and plastic surgery procedures. The Nurse will work in an innovative, Level I trauma and teaching hospital environment, delivering care with a focus on patient safety and clinical excellence.

Job Details

• Position Description: RN / MS
• Shift Time: Days
• Shift Hours: 12 hours per shift
• Schedule: 36 hours per week, guaranteed hours, with a minimum of 3 shifts every 13 weeks.
• Required Qualifications: Valid license in MO or IL (or another approved compact state), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), and BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) certification. A minimum of 2 years of experience in a hospital setting, with experience in a Level I or teaching facility preferred; 1+ year with relevant experience considered. Clinical skills required include managing drains, monitoring flaps post-op, tracheostomy/total laryngectomy care, tube feeding, phlebotomy, IV access, and Central Line Management.
• Additional Information: Candidates must have completed labs within 48-72 hours of signing and modules through WorkRamp completed before the first day. Travel experience is not required but is preferred.
• Certifications Required: ACLS, BLS.
• Care Responsibilities: Includes management of drains, monitoring flaps post-op, caring for tracheostomies, and wound care for ENT and plastic surgery patients with complex needs.
• Unit Details: The unit handles adult patients with diagnoses including Cuffed/Cuffless Tracheostomies, Total Laryngectomies, Carotid Blowout Precautions, and Free Flap Patients, with interdisciplinary support from IV teams, respiratory services, and social services.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1331517. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Floor

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we're here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It's about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we're with you every step of the way. Let's build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus