Med Surg RN
Columbia, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for a 24-bed at-risk patient unit requiring BLS certification and 2 years of experience.

Details

• Work in a 24-bed max capacity Medical Surgical unit focused on at-risk patients
• Secured unit features whole-unit video monitoring, ligature alarms, anti-barricade doors, and badge-secured entrance
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:30)
• Every other weekend required, with 36 or 48 hour/week options discussed at interview
• Floating required, including as a Patient Observer/Sitter to other units as needed
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Cerner charting system preferred

Requirements

• Active MO or Compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS certification required
• CPI Blue Card required for Behavioral Health RNs (can be pending and completed onsite at no cost)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Ability to ambulate, reach, and move objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care including IV therapy, phlebotomy, and management of central lines, PICC lines, and peripheral lines
• Perform respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, and oxygen administration
• Manage cardiac monitoring, interpret and manage dysrhythmias, and utilize Rapid Response/Code teams as needed
• Provide wound care and isolation precautions/PPE as required
• Facility is open 24/7/365 with rotating shifts, holiday coverage, and inclement weather work required
• Must work at least 50% of holidays occurring during the contract
• Local candidates accepted, though those within 50 miles are not eligible and those 51-74 miles away are offered a local rate
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Maximum RTO of 10 days, with none permitted during the first week due to orientation