ED - Emergency Department RN
Saint Louis, MO
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights
$2,705/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care825 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department night shift position requiring 2+ years of ED/trauma experience and a MO or compact RN license.
Details
- Level 2 Trauma Center, Level 1 Stroke (Comprehensive Stroke Center), and Level 1 STEMI Center emergency department
- 61-bed unit with patient ratios of 1:4
- Night shift, 1800-0600
- Weekend requirement of every third weekend as required by facility
- No call requirements
- Floating required as needed to a similar or lower acuity unit
- Uses EPIC EMR
- Night shift orientation occurs on day shift and requires full week availability
Requirements
- Active RN license (Missouri or compact, meeting MO licensure eligibility)
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS (AHA only), NIHSS, and TNCC
- Minimum 2 years of ED/trauma experience required
- Inpatient-only ED experience required
- Trauma experience required
- No gaps in employment of 90+ days within the past 12 months
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care for all age groups including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Care for patients post trauma, surgical interventions, and medical comorbidities
- Coordinate patient care with ancillary departments to optimize care and comfort
- Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information
- Flu vaccination (or Mercy-approved exemption) required for all travelers from November 1 to April 1, with no declinations accepted
- Black scrub color required
- RTO of 5 days or less allowed, must be made up during the assignment
- Only 1 holiday RTO request permitted per assignment
- Physical demands include standing and walking most of the shift, bending, lifting, turning patients with assistance, and pushing/pulling/gripping up to 50 lbs
- High risk exposure to blood and body fluids
- Accepts local candidates
Facility
Mercy Hospital Saint Louis
1 nurse recommends working with Mercy Hospital Saint Louis

- Short Term Acute Care
- 825 beds
Employer
American Traveler
87 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Nicole was absolutely fantastic to work with. I had a really rough time with another agency position and Nicole has been so reassuring and supportive every step of the way. Nicole has frequent contact with me and was able to get me a contract in under a week. She is absolutely amazing. I can’t say enough great things about her.
Cons
NONE!
Recommends working with American Traveler
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 Emergency Department 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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