Job Description

Job Description

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: 02/02/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift position requiring a MO or compact RN license, strong IV and documentation skills, and Epic proficiency.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Work in a high-turnover Med/Surg GI/GU unit at a short term acute care, Magnet teaching hospital and Level I trauma center
• Patient population includes ostomy, colon resection, colon cancer, bladder cancer, GU, and medical overflow cases
• Assigned patient ratios are 1:4-6
• Night shift schedule with initial orientation on day shift; every other weekend required
• Floating required within the service line as needed
• No on-call responsibilities
• Uses Epic for charting; Epic experience required
• Centralized telemetry monitoring with remote monitoring and colostomy, feeding tube, PCA, epidural, and CBI procedures common on the unit
• Main duties include providing comprehensive Med/Surg care for GI/GU surgical and medical overflow patients
• Strong focus on documentation, teamwork, and excellent patient care required
• Procedures include foleys, CBI, and TURPS with specialized colorectal protocols
• Navy scrubs are required for all shifts
• Permanent staff must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Travelers may remain up to 18 months with a mandatory 3-month break after 18 months
• Orientation will include paid module completion
• Parking guidance and fees differ depending on shift and parking location, with complimentary night shift parking

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active MO or compact RN license required
• Current BLS certification required
• At least 2 years of recent Med/Surg nursing experience required
• IV insertion, phlebotomy, and PICC line management skills required
• Experience with telemetry, central line blood draws, peripheral line management, and administration of blood products, heparin, insulin, PCA, lidocaine, bicarb, bivaldirubin, and non-titrated amiodarone
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must pass Relias EKG exam and have proficiency in interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
• First time travelers not accepted
• Must reside outside a 75-mile radius from the facility
• No more than 7 days of RTO allowed per 13-week contract

\n Benefits\n

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

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American Traveler Job ID #P-654004. 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.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Permanent employment, Contract work, Temporary work, All shifts, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Day shift,

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