Med Surg RN
St. Louis, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Medical Surgical RN for a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma teaching hospital requiring ACLS, BLS, and 1-2 years of experience.

Details

• Medical Surgical unit in a short-term acute care, Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma teaching hospital
• Patient population includes infection, renal, cardiac, pulmonary, oncology, ortho, bariatric, pre-transplant, observation, psychology, long-stay, and COVID cases
• High patient turnover with short stays, including overflow from the ED during high census periods
• Patient ratio of 1:4-5 for all shifts
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 7:00 AM-7:30 PM
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Will float within service line to meet facility needs
• Uses Alaris pumps, CPAPs, BIPAPs, bladder scanners, lifts, hover mats, EKGs, and scales
• Epic charting system used

Requirements

• Active MO or compact RN license required (compact must match permanent residence)
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
• CPI certification preferred
• 1-2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience preferred
• Epic EMR charting experience required
• Must pass Relias EKG exam covering interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line management, and PICC line care
• Respiratory skills including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tube, high flow nasal cannula, and tracheostomy care/management
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, telemetry, dysrhythmia interpretation/management, and rapid response/code teams
• Knowledge of isolation precautions, PPE, and wound care/wound vac
• Experience with IV insulin protocols, pre/post hemodialysis management, renal failure, and total joint replacement care preferred

Additional Information

• Care for a wide variety of acute care patients with high turnover, requiring adaptability and ongoing skill development
• Receive additional required training to manage diverse patient conditions from the ED
• Navy scrub color required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• No local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius
• Maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week of the assignment
• Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any BJC facility as a traveler
• Standard travelers must reside outside a 75-mile radius and may stay up to 18 months, followed by a required 3-month break in service