Medical Surgical RN
Columbia, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical/Surgical night shift position at an academic medical center, with at least 1.5 years of M/S experience and an active MO or compact RN license required.

Details

• Hospital-based Medical Surgical unit with a maximum capacity of 57 beds serving internal medicine patients with a wide range of diagnoses
• Unit amenities include video monitoring capability, sitter rooms, ceiling lifts, and bariatric rooms
• Charge nurse and supervisor present on every shift
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:30
• Patient ratios are 1:6 on nights, with the possibility of going up to 1:7
• Floating to MS and MS/Tele units is required
• Cerner charting experience is preferred but not required
• Must be available to work 50% of holidays that fall within the contract period

Requirements

• Active MO or compact RN license currently in hand — no pending licenses accepted
• Current BLS certification required
• CPI certification preferred
• Minimum of 1.5 years of Med/Surg experience required; 2 years strongly preferred
• Two professional references required for consideration
• Ability to ambulate, reach, and move objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Cerner EMR experience preferred

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are not eligible for this position; candidates between 50–75 miles may be considered at a reduced rate
• Holiday coverage is required for 50% of holidays occurring during the contract; the facility will work with travelers on which holidays they cover
• RTO requests must be submitted at the time of application — requests cannot be approved after submission
• This is an active role involving frequent ambulation and patient handling in a 24/7 healthcare environment
• Rotating shifts, holiday work, and availability during inclement weather may be required