MS/Tele RN
St. Joseph, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,239/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 20, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring 2 years of experience and Epic proficiency at a Level II Trauma Center.
Details
- Work in the Med/Surg Tele unit of a Level II Trauma and Level II Stroke Center
- Patient ratio of 1:5
- Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Float to units of similar or lower acuity as needed
- Epic charting system required
Requirements
- Active RN license (Missouri or Compact) required, pending license accepted if active and in hand prior to start
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- CPI and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
- BSN preferred
- Epic charting experience required
- Skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, and PICC line management
- Experience with CVA, pre/post neurosurgery, and spinal cord injury care preferred
- Experience with feeding tube care, wound care/wound vac, and IV insulin protocols preferred
- Experience with telemetry monitoring (on-unit and remote) preferred
- Experience with ortho trauma, total joint replacement, and surgical drains preferred
Additional Information
- Provide med/surg and telemetry nursing care within a Level II Trauma Center setting
- Local candidates accepted at a reduced pay rate
- Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify for standard travel pay rate
- Previous employees must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
- Free parking available
- Orientation includes up to 4 hours of required training modules completed through MyPath
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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 Med Surg/Telemetry 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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