Travel Med Surg Registered Nurse - $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: Mar 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

Description

American Traveler is seeking a night shift RN for a Neuro Med/Surg unit at a Level 2 Trauma Center and Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center in St. Louis, MO, requiring at least 1 year of inpatient Med/Surg experience.

Details

• 8 East Neuro unit within a hospital setting recognized as a Level 2 Trauma Center and Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center
• Night shift schedule: 1900–0730
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required as needed to a similar or lower acuity unit
• EMR: Epic
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active RN license — must meet eligibility requirements for licensure in Missouri or hold a current MO or Compact RN license
• BLS certification from AHA required
• ACLS certification from AHA preferred
• Minimum 1 year of recent inpatient Med/Surg experience required
• Neuro experience preferred
• No employment gaps of 90 or more days within the past 12 months
• Valid U.S. Social Security Number required — Canadian SINs are not accepted
• Certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment unless documented renewal is scheduled

Additional Information

• Provides direct patient care for all age groups including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Cares for patients post-trauma, post-surgical intervention, and with medical comorbidities
• Coordinates patient care activities with ancillary and other departments to optimize patient outcomes
• Physical demands include standing and walking most of the shift, frequent bending, stooping, lifting and turning patients with assistance, and pushing, pulling, and gripping up to 50 lbs.
• High-risk exposure to blood and body fluids
• Night shift orientation is conducted on day shift — candidates must be available the entire orientation week
• Black scrubs required
• RTO of up to 5 days is permitted but must be made up during the assignment; only 1 holiday RTO request is allowed per assignment
• Flu vaccination (or a Mercy-approved exemption) is required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1 — declinations are not accepted
• Local candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but subject to a reduced bill rate
• Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are limited to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts before a minimum 1-year separation or relocation outside the 50-mile radius is required

American Traveler Job ID #P-686257. 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.