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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry 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: Oct 19, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Cardiac Telemetry RN for a night shift position requiring at least one year of cardiac tele experience and ACLS certification. Details Work on a fast-paced, high-acuity 32-bed Cardiac Telemetry unit Patient population includes CHF, chest pain, arrhythmias (AFib, flutter, SVT), respiratory and renal/hemodialysis patients, with overflow patients including sepsis, urology, surgical, ETOH/drug withdrawal, isolation, and GI bleed cases Night shift ratios vary, generally 1:6-1:8 (estimates, not guarantees) Equipment includes lift equipment, bladder scanner, interpreter iPad, and BiPAP monitoring Uses EPIC EMR Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM Every other weekend required No on-call requirements Floating required as needed to a similar or lower acuity unit Monitor techs and tele monitors are available at each nurse's station to support patient monitoring Night shift orientation occurs on day shift, requiring full availability for the orientation week Requirements Active RN license eligible for or currently licensed in Missouri, or compact RN license Current BLS and ACLS certification from AHA only Minimum 1 year of recent tele or cardiac tele inpatient experience required Experience reading telemetry and working with CHF, chest pain, renal, and hemodialysis patients Experience with Amiodarone and Cardizem drips Experience with central lines including HD caths, ports, and PICCs Preferred experience with Tikosyn and Sotalol initiation Preferred experience with dopamine, dobutamine, lidocaine, nitro, and milrinone drips Preferred experience with chest tubes, other drains, and CIWA withdrawal protocol Must be able to stand and walk for most of the shift, bend, stoop, lift and turn patients with assistance Must be able to push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs, pinch up to 15 lbs, and kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally High-risk exposure to blood and body fluids should be expected Flu vaccination or Mercy-approved exemption required November 1 through April 1, with no declinations accepted Additional Information Provide direct patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for all age groups Coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize care and comfort Maintain professional accountability and evaluate the effectiveness of care provided by other caregivers Maintain patient rights and confidentiality in accordance with facility standards Scrub requirement: black tops and pants, with tops featuring the facility's cross logo on the left chest; undershirts/long-sleeve shirts allowed in black, white, yellow, green, red, or blue; medical/scrub jackets permitted Compassionate, team-oriented personality with strong attention to detail and assessment skills preferred Up to 5 days of requested time off allowed, must be made up during the assignment Only 1 holiday RTO request allowed per assignment Local candidates accepted within 50 miles, though bill rate is reduced for local candidates Candidates living within 50 miles are limited to 3 consecutive 13-week local contracts before requiring a 1-year separation or transition to a facility outside the radius No employment gaps of 90 days within the past 12 months allowed First-time travelers may be considered for this position American Traveler Job ID P-768908. 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: Travel RN - Telemetry 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.