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Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
Saint Louis, Missouri
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital

$2,024-2,156/week

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Job Opportunity: Trauma ICU Registered Nurse

Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Schedule: Every other weekend required, no on-call
Float assignment: May be required to float to all hospital areas including ICU, TCU, and Emergency Department for ICU and TCU holds
Unit: Trauma Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri
Minimum 2 years of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
Certifications:
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
- BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Experience with Epic electronic health record (EHR) system

Additional Requirements & Information

Candidates must submit requests for time off with application; additional requests after signing are at manager discretion
Blocked scheduling options may be considered (weekend blocks or 6 on/8 off schedule)
Free parking available in campus garage
Photo for badge with plain white/off-white background required prior to start
Completion of facility-specific orientation modules and post-start orientation checklists required
Online training for Abiomed Impella device required annually for ICU staff (completed outside of LMS)
Physical exam within 1 year indicating good health required for new candidates
Prior travel experience is not required; first-time travelers accepted

Notes

This is a trauma ICU position requiring strong critical care skills and flexibility to float to related units
The facility is a large academic medical center providing tertiary care
Candidates must be able to comply with all facility-specific compliance and documentation requirements prior to start

This summary includes all key information relevant to healthcare recruiters and healthcare professionals considering this travel nursing opportunity.

Facility

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital

3.7rating(83 reviews)

6 nurses recommend working with SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital

5.0rating

Pros

Excellent hospital to work at everyone was so nice and helpful…….Plus it’s a teaching hospital and you have the advantage to learn something new everyday

Cons

Schedules were very flexible

Alledra A

Surgical Technician (Allied Health Professional)

Contract Position Mar '25

Review of SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital on Mar 4, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
326 beds

ADDRESS3635 Vista At Grand BoulevardSaint Louis, MO 63110

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About Saint Louis, MO

As a Travel Trauma ICU 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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