GI Lab RN
St. Joseph, MO
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,486/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 11, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a GI Lab position requiring at least 1 year of GI nursing experience and weekly on-call coverage.
Details
- Work in a GI Lab unit with 11 pre/post bays and 3 procedure rooms
- Unit exclusively services GI patients
- Adult-geriatric patient population
- Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
- On-call required once per week from 3:30 PM to 7:00 AM
- 3 weekend on-call shifts per contract, Friday 3:30 PM to Monday 7:00 AM
- Involves procedures such as colonoscopy, EGD, EUS, ERCP, and esophageal varices banding
- Uses equipment including balloon dilators, electrosurgical units, ERBE, forceps, polyp snares, and lithotripters
- Responsibilities include circulating, specimen handling/labeling, IV starts, airway management, and conscious/MAC sedation recovery
- Both inpatient and outpatient endoscopy center settings
Requirements
- Active MO or compact RN license required, in hand prior to start date
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 1 year of GI Lab nursing experience required
- Previous travel experience required
- EPIC charting experience preferred
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Charge nurse experience preferred
- Skilled in interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
- Experience with Provation system preferred
- Two professional references required for consideration
- Copy of driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide pre- and post-procedure care for GI patients including sedation recovery and airway management
- Grey scrub color required
- RTO limited to 2 requests per contract, must be submitted with candidate profile
- Previous employees must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
- Local candidates accepted at a lower rate
- Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rate
- Orientation includes up to 4 hours of non-billable training modules completed through MyPath
Employer
American Traveler
79 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Responsive and friendly recruiter I had Amanda and she was great!
Cons
Rates where a little bit low and no travel reimbursement
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.
About Saint Joseph, MO
As a Travel GI Lab Nurse in Saint Joseph, MO here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 86°F and winter lows of 17°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car-friendly city with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse community with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- Saint Joseph has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Variety of restaurants, local art scene, live music venues, sports events, and outdoor activities near the Missouri River.
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