Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Saint Louis, MO
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: RN - Med Surg (Travel)

Location:
Saint Louis, Missouri

Employment Type:
Travel Contract

Contract Length:
13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Medical-Surgical Nursing (Med Surg)
• Shift: Nights (19:00 - 07:30)
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 or 48 (must be specified on submission)
• Number of Openings: 3
• Weekend Hours: As required by facility, typically every other weekend
• Call Requirements: None
• Float Requirements: May be floated to other units depending on staffing needs

Licensure & Certifications

• Required Licensure: Current RN license eligible or active in Missouri
• Required Certifications: BLS (American Heart Association only)
• Preferred Certifications: ACLS (American Heart Association only)

Experience Requirements

• Years of Experience: Minimum 1 year in Medical-Surgical nursing, inpatient only
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Medical-Surgical
• Number of Beds: 20
• Patient Ratios:

  • Days: 1:5-6
  • Nights: 1:6-7 (ratios not guaranteed; adjusted based on circumstances)
• Equipment Used: Nova Meters (blood glucose), Alaris IV pump, Kangaroo pumps, SCD machine
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): EPIC

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for all age groups including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Coordinate patient care with ancillary departments to optimize comfort and outcomes
• Utilize nursing process consistent with Missouri Nurse Practice Act and facility standards
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality
• Perform duties aligned with facility mission, values, and service standards

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk most of the shift
• Frequent bending, stooping, lifting, and turning patients with assistance
• May work varying schedules and shifts based on patient care needs
• Exposure to blood and body fluids (high risk)
• Physical demands include pushing, pulling, gripping up to 50 lbs, pinching up to 15 lbs, minimal kneeling, crouching, and crawling

Additional Information

• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required for all travelers from November 1 to April 1; declinations not accepted
• Dress code: Black scrubs; no open-toed shoes or other unacceptable attire
• Flexible scheduling options available (36 or 48 hours/week)
• Auto-offer position contingent on facility approval

This position is ideal for an RN with at least 1 year of inpatient Med Surg experience seeking a travel assignment in Saint Louis, Missouri, with night shift availability and flexibility in scheduling.