Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Float RN - $2,282 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• 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: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry Float Pool position at a short-term acute care hospital in Missouri, requiring at least 2 years of experience and the ability to float across multiple medical units.

Details

• Night shift position, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45–07:15)
• Short-term acute care hospital setting
• Float pool role covering medical, surgical, oncology, neuro, cardiology, and renal units
• Float pool nurses call a recorded line up to 1 hour before shift start to receive their unit assignment; pre-assignment to a specific unit for a portion of the contract is possible and will be communicated in advance
• Patient ratios are 1:5–6 on days and weekends, and 1:6 on nights
• Every other weekend required, or a minimum of 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule (Saturday and Sunday count as weekend)
• Holiday rotation required
• No on-call requirements
• Charting via Epic; experience required for certain units
• Equipment includes lift devices (training provided), ceiling lifts, and bladder scanner
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Free parking available

Requirements

• Active MO RN license or compact RN license valid in Missouri required; pending IL license candidates may be considered with notation
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Required certifications: BLS and ACLS
• IV insertion and telemetry skills required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification preferred
• Must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
• Former permanent employees of any BJC facility must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Travelers may remain for up to 18 months, after which a 3-month break in service is required before returning
• 13-week contract minimum; longer contract extensions may be available

American Traveler Job ID #P-716242. 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 Float Pool

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.