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Core Medical Group

3.0rating(20 reviews)

$1,710/week

Hourly Rate$48

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Job info

Job Opportunity: RN - Med Surg (Travel)

Location:
Saint Louis, Missouri

Employment Type:
Travel Contract

Contract Length:
13 weeks

Position Details

Specialty: Medical-Surgical / Telemetry
Shift: Nights (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 or 48 (must be specified on submission)
Number of Openings: 1
Weekend Hours: As required, typically every other weekend
Call Requirements: None
Float Requirements: As needed to similar or lower acuity units

Licensure & Certifications

Required Licensure: Current RN license eligible or active in Missouri
Required Certifications: BLS (AHA only)
Preferred Certifications: ACLS (AHA only)

Experience Requirements

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

Unit Information

Unit Type: Medical
Number of Beds: 60
Patient Ratios: 1:5 or 1:6
Equipment Used: Bladder scanner, vein finder, IV pumps, wound vacs
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
Evaluate effectiveness of care provided by other caregivers
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
Ability to push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs; pinch up to 15 lbs
May work varying schedules and shifts based on patient care needs
Exposure to blood and body fluids is a high risk

Dress Code

Scrub color: Black only
No other attire permitted

Personality Fit

Teamwork-oriented
Dependable and flexible

Note: Flu vaccination or approved exemption required for travel period November 1 - April 1.

Facility

Mercy Hospital Saint Louis

4.1rating(36 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Mercy Hospital Saint Louis

5.0rating

Anonymous

Med Surg (RN)

Review of Mercy Hospital Saint Louis on Jan 26, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
825 beds

ADDRESS615 South New Ballas RoadSaint Louis, MO 63141

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About Saint Louis, MO

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.

Transportation

Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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