Med Surg RN
St. Joseph, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

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

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg RN for an Acute Rehab Unit position requiring BSN and MO or compact RN licensure for a night shift assignment.

Details

• Acute Rehabilitation Unit within a Level II Trauma and Stroke Center hospital
• Cares for patients discharged from acute care requiring 1+ week of PT, OT, or speech therapy
• Patient ratio of 1:5 on days and 1:5-6 on nights
• Patient population includes post-surgical, post-stroke, CHF, ortho, and general rehab patients needing prolonged therapy
• Non-telemetry unit, though patients may occasionally require IVs and lab draws
• Team-based care model working closely with physical therapy and care management teams
• Night shift, 3x12 hours, 19:00-07:30
• Every 3rd weekend required
• Holiday block coverage required during the contract
• May be floated to any like unit within the hospital at any time
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active RN license (MO State or Compact) required, pending license accepted but must be active and in-hand prior to start
• BSN required
• BLS and NIHSS certification required, ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Must pass Basic EKG exam with 80% or higher (2 attempts allowed)
• Must pass telemetry test prior to starting
• Responsible for own IV insertions and lab draws during shifts
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Previous travel experience preferred
• Experience with total joint replacement, stroke/CVA care, and orthopedic patient care preferred

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care including daily rehab-focused activities, IV therapy, and medication administration
• Collaborate with physical therapy and care management teams to plan patient discharge upon admission
• Must complete all organizational mandatory education and modules during orientation
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative team players thrive in this fast-paced environment
• Schedule created 6 weeks in advance, which may limit self-scheduling flexibility for incoming travelers
• Weekend and holiday off requests must be pre-approved before starting
• Must check email regularly for unit updates
• No smoking or leaving premises during shift
• First-time travelers considered with 2+ years of experience
• Local candidates accepted at a reduced rate
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify for the standard travel rate
• Previous employees must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Unit is currently expanding with 18 additional beds, creating multiple staffing opportunities
• Extension and conversion to permanent employment possible for strong candidates