Medical-Surgical RN
Saint Louis, MO
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,935/weekOverview
- Start Date11/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Medical Surgical Nurse (MS) Location: [Location Not Specified]
This Medical Surgical Nurse position involves providing high-quality patient care within a short-term acute care setting. The role requires managing diverse patient diagnoses, including trauma and postoperative cases, while adhering to clinical protocols and safety standards.
Job Details
- Position Description: Can sign for 36 or 48 hours per week. Start date: 11/23/2026 with an end date of 02/22/2027.
- Required Qualifications: RN license in MO, IL, or applicable compact state; BSN degree preferred; minimum of 5 years of experience in medical-surgical nursing; experience with trauma, ED, OR, or ICU settings; ability to pass Relias EKG exam, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias; certifications: BCLS, ACLS, CPI, NIHSS.
- Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Responsibilities: Pass Relias EKG exam; manage patient care involving blood product administration, IV starts, wound care, trauma recovery, and related procedures; utilize specialized equipment including lifts, wound vacs, external fixators, and monitor patients with trauma and complex injuries.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with trauma level I facilities and critical care procedures.
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates must be able to start on 11/23/2026 and finish by 02/22/2027, with no more than 7 days of requested RTO.
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 Medical Surgical 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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