Medical-Surgical Telemetry Float RN
Saint Louis, MO
Bestica
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

3358097

Travel RN – Med/Surg Tele Float | Night Shift | St. Louis, MO | 13 Weeks

Start Date: August 10, 2026
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Nights – 3x12s (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Open Positions: 1

🏥 Facility Overview

• Facility Type: Short-Term Acute Care Hospital
• System: BJC HealthCare
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrub Color: Navy Blue
• Parking: Free
• Patient Population: Adults & Geriatrics
• Unit Type: Med/Surg Tele Float Pool

💼 Position Highlights

• Guaranteed Hours – 3 shifts/week
• First-time travelers welcome
• Work across diverse units: Medical, Surgical, Oncology, Neuro, and Cardiology
• Strong interdisciplinary support team (IV Team, RT, Pharmacy, PT, Rapid Response, etc.)
• Opportunity to expand clinical experience in a high-acuity float setting
• Free parking + traveler-friendly facility

📋 Schedule & Requirements

• Shift: 3x12-hour Nights
• Weekend Requirement:
  • Every other weekend OR
  • Minimum 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Holiday Rotation: Required
• Float Requirement: Yes – All Medical, Oncology, Neuro & Cardiac Units
• Call Requirement: None
• Block Scheduling: Not available

⚠️ Important Requirement (Hard Stop)

• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg Tele experience REQUIRED
  👉 Profiles under 2 years will NOT be considered

👩‍⚕️ Patient Ratios

• Days/Weekends: 1:5–6
• Nights: 1:6
• Daily Census: 28–50 patients (varies by unit)

✅ Certifications Required

• BLS (AHA)
• ACLS (AHA)
• Telemetry & IV Start Skills – Required
• NIHSS – Preferred

🔍 Core Skills Required

• Telemetry monitoring & dysrhythmia interpretation
• IV therapy, central & peripheral line management
• Phlebotomy & IV starts
• Oxygen therapy & ABG interpretation
• Rapid response/code team participation
• Wound care & infection control (PPE/isolation)

Additional Experience Preferred:

• CVA / Stroke patients
• Feeding tubes
• HFNC
• PCA pumps
• Surgical drains
• Orthopedic patients

🔄 Float Details

• Float to Medical, Oncology, Neuro, and Cardiology units
• May receive daily unit assignments via call-in system
• Pre-assignment to a unit may occur for portions of contract

🏥 Unit & Equipment

• Ceiling lifts & lift devices (training provided)
• Bladder scanner
• Strong ancillary support staff available

📌 Additional Details

• Orientation: 36–40 hours (partially non-billable)
• RTO: Max 7 days per 13-week contract
• License: Pending MO license accepted
• Local Radius Rule: No locals within 75 miles
• Flu Vaccine: Required (medical/religious exemptions allowed)
• COVID Vaccine: Not required

🌟 Why This Assignment?

• Work with one of Missouri’s leading healthcare systems
• Gain experience in a high-demand float pool role
• Excellent opportunity to strengthen clinical versatility
• Supportive environment with strong team collaboration

📍 Location

St. Louis, MO – A vibrant city known for its affordable living, great food scene, and iconic Gateway Arch, offering a mix of urban life and outdoor recreation.

If you're a confident Med/Surg Tele RN looking to expand your experience, work in a dynamic float role, and earn competitive pay, this is a fantastic opportunity!

👉 Apply now to secure your interview!