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: 11/23/2026 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: Nov 23, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking a Medical Surgical RN for a night shift position at a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma teaching hospital requiring tracheostomy care experience and MO or compact RN licensure. Details Medical Surgical unit in a Magnet, Teaching, Level I Trauma Center hospital Patient population includes infection, renal, cardiac, pulmonary, oncology, ortho, bariatric, pre-transplant, observation, psychology, long stay, and COVID cases High patient turnover with short stays, requiring flexibility to work with a wide variety of patient conditions Patient ratio of 1:4-5 for all shifts Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours (19:00-7:30), with option to sign for 36 or 48 hours per week Every other weekend required No on-call requirements Will float within service line to meet facility needs Uses Epic charting system Special equipment includes Alaris pumps, CPAPs, BiPAPs, bladder scanners, lifts, hover mats, EKGs, and scales Requirements Active MO or compact RN license required (cannot be tied to another compact state) BLS and ACLS certifications required CPI certification preferred 1-2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience preferred Epic charting experience required Tracheostomy care/management skills required Must pass Relias EKG exam covering interpretation and management of dysrhythmias Skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central line and PICC line management Respiratory skills including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, and oxygen administration Experience with cardiac monitoring, telemetry, and rapid response/code teams Wound care and isolation precaution knowledge required Additional Information Provide direct patient care across a diverse range of acute medical-surgical conditions Receive additional required training to manage varied and high-turnover patient population Navy scrub color required First-time travelers are accepted for this position No local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius Maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week of the assignment Returning permanent BJC employees must wait 1 year before returning as a travel RN Standard travelers may stay up to 18 months, followed by a required 3-month break in service American Traveler Job ID P-783403. 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.