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: 12/07/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs Hours: 48 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 7, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 13-week night shift contract on an ENT/Plastic Surgery unit requiring tracheostomy, free flap, and telemetry experience. Details Night shift, 4x12 hours (19:00-07:30) ENT and Plastic Surgery unit within a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma teaching hospital Patient ratio of 1:5 Cares for patients with cuffed/cuffless tracheostomies, total laryngectomies, carotid blow out precautions, and free flap patients Telemetry monitoring required on the unit Performs drain care, post-op flap monitoring, tracheostomy/laryngectomy care, tube feeding, phlebotomy, IV access, and central line management Required to work every other weekend No on-call requirement Floating required within service line to meet facility needs Uses Epic charting system Requirements Active MO or compact RN license required (pending IL license accepted for IL submissions) BLS and ACLS certifications required; BSN preferred Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg experience required; will consider 1 year with Level I Trauma or teaching hospital experience Epic EMR experience required Experience with telemetry, tracheostomy care, surgical drains, feeding tube management, and IV therapy/phlebotomy Central line and PICC line management experience Experience administering blood products and managing peripheral IV lines Wound care and wound vac experience Knowledge of isolation precautions and PPE protocols Additional Information Provides direct patient care for complex ENT and Plastic Surgery cases including carotid blow out precautions and free flap monitoring Participates in rapid response and code team activations as needed No more than 7 days of RTO permitted per 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week of orientation Facial hair must allow for proper respirator fit testing; shaving may be required for compliance Navy blue scrubs required First-time travelers are welcome to apply Must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the facility; local candidates are not accepted Returning travelers must complete an 18-month tenure limit followed by a 3-month break in service Former permanent employees of BJC or Saint Luke's facilities must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler American Traveler Job ID P-776262. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.