Medical Surgical RN
St. Louis, MO
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights
$2,780/weekOverview
- Start Date11/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration12 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care1,394 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
- Length: 12 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a night shift contract requiring at least 2 years of acute medicine experience and MO or compact RN licensure.
Details
- Medical Surgical unit in a Magnet-accredited, Level I Trauma teaching hospital
- Acute medicine population including diabetes, renal issues, COPD, abdominal rule outs, and non-chemo cancer patients
- Unit does not care for surgical patients
- Patient ratio of 1:6
- Night shift, 4x12 hours (7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
- Can sign for 36 or 48 hours per week
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call responsibilities
- Floating required within service line
- Uses Epic for charting
Requirements
- Active MO or compact RN license required (compact must match permanent residence)
- Minimum 2 years of recent experience required
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Must pass Relias EKG exam covering interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
- MS/Tele experience preferred
- Level I Trauma and teaching hospital experience preferred
- Epic charting experience required
- Skills in respiratory care (BiPAP/CPAP, oxygen therapy, suctioning), IV therapy, central/PICC line management, and cardiac monitoring preferred
- Experience with wound care and isolation precautions/PPE preferred
- Facial hair must allow for proper respirator fit testing or must be shaved
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care to acute medical patients on a busy Med/Surg unit
- Navy blue scrubs required
- Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
- RTO limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week
- All RTO must be finalized prior to submission; no additional RTO requests allowed after submission, offer, or start
- Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any BJC facility as a traveler
- Standard travelers may work up to 18 months before requiring a 3-month break in service
- Contract length is firm and cannot be adjusted mid-assignment
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Pending license accepted for consideration
Facility
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
15 nurses recommend working with Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 1,394 beds
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 Louis, MO
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:- 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.
- Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.
- Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.
- 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.
- 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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