Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics OR - Operating Room
Saint Louis, MO
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,290/weekOverview
- Start Date09/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Operating Room Pediatrics (OR PEDS) located in Saint Louis, Missouri. This position involves providing specialized surgical care for pediatric patients within a childrens acute care hospital setting. The clinician will participate in a 12-hour day shift, supporting various surgical specialties with flexibility for float within scope as needed.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 09/08/2026.
- Required Qualifications: No minimum experience required; valid certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in pediatric operating rooms and with trauma Level II patients is preferred.
- Float: Float within scope to meet facility needs; may float to all pediatric surgical units and occasionally to ICU as RN Assist.
- Open to accommodating block schedule: No
- Location: Saint Louis, Missouri 75 miles radius rule applies; local candidates within 75 miles are not accepted except for Patient Care Technicians, Certified Nurse Assistants, and Medical Assistants.
- Licensing: MO license required; license in hand required at time of submittal or must match permanent residence if using a compact license.
- Additional Information: This role involves assisting in various surgical procedures for pediatric patients, including neuro, ortho, plastics, eyes, GU/GI, ENT, general, small amount of GYN, spine, and some dental cases. No cardiac/vascular/thoracic cases for this position. The facility is a Children's Acute Care Hospital with a total of 16 staffed beds and 455 beds in the facility.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Saint Louis, MO
As a Travel Pediatric Operating Room 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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