Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Chesterfield, Missouri
Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Saint Louis

Job Opportunity: RN - Rehab (Travel)

Location: Chesterfield, Missouri
Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation (Med/Surg)
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Start date must be in February; once compliant, start date changes will not be approved.
• Must comply with facility's Influenza Vaccination Policy:

  • Influenza vaccination required unless approved medical or religious exemption.
  • If exempt, must wear a mask or N95 respirator during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31).
• Facility provides inpatient rehabilitation services for patients recovering from strokes, brain/spinal cord injuries, amputations, trauma, cancer, complex orthopedic injuries, and other conditions.
• Rehab hospital features:

  • Brain injury unit with monitored rooms and specialized equipment.
  • Dedicated stroke care unit.
  • Gymnasiums with high-tech therapy devices.
  • Special apartment for practicing daily living tasks.
  • Private, family-friendly rooms with sleeper chairs.
  • Pet therapy and recreational programs.
  • Outdoor healing garden and walking trail.
• Emphasis on improving functional ability and quality of life through a comprehensive treatment approach addressing physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
• Collaborative care involving therapists, physicians, specialists, and family members.

Position Details

• Department: Rehab (Med/Surg)
• Number of Openings: 1
• Shift: 6:30 AM – PM
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Float Requirements: Float within 5 units (Stroke, Comprehensive, Medically Complex, Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury)
• Patient Population: Adults (18+ years)
• Patient Ratios: Approx. 1:6-7 during day, 1:8 at night; each nurse has a dedicated tech
• EHR System: Epic
• Number of Beds: 81 private rooms

Requirements

• Licensure: RN licensed in Missouri
• Certifications: BLS (CPR) Certification required
• Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty (Rehab/Med-Surg)
• Preferred: Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) credential
• Personality Fit: Flexible, collaborative, positive demeanor

Additional Information

• Uniform: Black scrubs, agency-provided ID badge required
• Reporting Time: 6:30 AM
• Reporting Contact: Charge Nurse upon arrival
• Parking: Garage (upper level or back two rows of lower level)

Summary

This travel RN position in rehab requires at least 2 years of experience in rehabilitation or med/surg nursing, Missouri RN licensure, and BLS certification. The role involves working in a multidisciplinary rehab hospital with a focus on adult patients recovering from complex conditions. The position requires flexibility to float across multiple specialized units and adherence to strict vaccination and masking policies during flu season.