Travel Medical-Surgical RN (Trauma)
St. Louis, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical/Surgical position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and Epic proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Level I Trauma Center, Magnet-designated academic teaching hospital with 1,266 staffed beds
• Medical/Surgical unit serving a high-acuity trauma patient population including geriatric trauma (55+), abuse/violence victims, MVA/MVC, falls, TBI, spinal cord injuries, ortho trauma, and acute care surgery (appendicitis, gallbladder, hernia repairs, fistulas, wounds, burns)
• Patients admitted from ED, OR, or ICU
• Patient ratio of 1:4–5
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00–19:30)
• Option to work 36 or 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within service line or to nearby affiliate hospitals
• Charting system: Epic (experience required)
• Special equipment includes lifts, restraints, wound vacs, traction, and external fixators
• Provides care to a complex, high-acuity trauma and surgical patient population including geriatric trauma, TBI, spinal cord injuries, total joint replacements, and acute care surgery cases
• Scrub color: Navy Blue
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO during the first week of orientation
• Former permanent employees of any BJC facility must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Travelers residing outside the 75-mile radius may work up to 18 months continuously, followed by a required 3-month break
• Fit testing is required; candidates with facial hair must be able to achieve a proper mask seal or will be expected to shave — no exceptions
• Medical marijuana cardholders are not eligible for this position
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position

Requirements

• Active MO RN license or compact RN license (from state of permanent residence) required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Level I Trauma experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Required certifications: BLS (BCLS), ACLS
• BSN and TNCC preferred
• Must pass a Relias EKG exam; EKG interpretation and dysrhythmia management required
• Required clinical skills include: blood product administration, peripheral line care/management, phlebotomy, IV insertion, insulin administration, PCA management, wound care/wound vac, chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac), BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, oral suctioning, oxygen therapy, peripheral nerve block catheters, surgical drains, total joint replacement care, isolation precautions, spinal cord injury and TBI care, ortho trauma, and ortho trauma care
• Valid SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible

Benefits

• 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