Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
St. Louis, MO
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,788/week

Posted 6 days ago

Overview

Start Date04/13/2026
Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration12 weeks
Facility Information
Short Term Acute Care1,394 beds
Setting
Hospital

Pay

35% higher than average Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Nurse pay in Missouri

Estimated total pay

$2,788/week

Description

Assignment Overview

Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
Hours: 48 hrs/wk
Start Date: Apr 13, 2026
Length: 12 weeks
Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical/Surgical position at a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma teaching hospital, with telemetry experience preferred and a minimum 75-mile radius requirement.

Details

Night shift position, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (4x12-hour shifts)
Option to work 36 or 48 hours per week
Short-term acute care hospital setting within a Medical/Surgical unit
Patient population includes those with diabetes, renal conditions, COPD, abdominal rule-outs, and cancer patients not currently receiving chemotherapy — surgical patients are not treated on this unit
Patient ratio of 1:6
Charting is done via Epic
Every other weekend is required
Floating within scope may be required to meet facility needs
No on-call required
Block scheduling is not available

Requirements

Active MO RN license or Compact RN license required; pending IL license may be considered (please note at time of consideration)
Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
Minimum of 2 years of RN experience required
Must pass a Relias EKG exam; interpretation and management of dysrhythmias is required
Candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility — local candidates are not accepted
Med/Surg telemetry experience preferred
Epic EMR experience required

Additional Information

First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Nurses care for acute medical patients with conditions such as DM, renal disease, COPD, abdominal rule-outs, and oncology (non-active chemo) — this is not a surgical unit
Navy blue scrubs are required
RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week of orientation
Former permanent employees of any BJC facility must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
Travelers may work up to 18 months continuously before a 3-month break in service is required
Parking passes are available for a monthly fee; parking options and costs vary by location — travelers should contact Public Safety for details
Night shift workers receive complimentary parking in employee lots

American Traveler Job ID #P-680423. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg

Facility

Barnes-Jewish Hospital

4.2rating(129 reviews)

11 nurses recommend working with Barnes-Jewish Hospital

4.0rating

Pros

Great shift preferably off shift if this is available.

Cons

SPD had difficult times, but was able to catch up.

Gerald F

OR Circulate (RN)

Contract Position Jul '25 - Jan '26

Review of Barnes-Jewish Hospital on Mar 5, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
1,394 beds

ADDRESSOne Barnes-Jewish Hospital PlazaSaint Louis, MO 63110

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Employer

American Traveler

4.9rating(96 reviews)

61 nurses recommend working with American Traveler

5.0rating

Pros

Rachel has been pleasant to work with.Rachel helped me to het my first travel assignment.

Cons

none

Recommends working with American Traveler

Anonymous

Med Surg (RN)

Review of Rachel W on Mar 13, 2026

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About

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.

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About Saint Louis, MO

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Saint Louis is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city for travel nurses.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.

Transportation

Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.

Demographics

Saint Louis has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Saint Louis offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums like the Saint Louis Art Museum, live music venues, sports events such as baseball games at Busch Stadium, and outdoor attractions like the Missouri Botanical Garden and Forest Park.

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