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Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel

Required Specialty Experience: 3+ years in OR nursing (higher value between 2+ and 3+ years applied)
Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS
Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required

Provide direct patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for all age groups
Monitor and coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments
Ability to work in a rapid-paced environment and navigate multiple computer systems
Strong problem-solving skills
Deliver quality care in a post-operative setting
Work well independently and as part of a team

Flu vaccination required for all travelers from November 1 to April 1 (exemptions require approval)
Dress code: Black scrubs
This role involves caring for overnight patients who had surgery during the day (not a PACU role)

Nationally recognized care with multiple awards for safety and quality
Specialty services include oncology, cardiovascular care, obstetrics, pediatrics, emergency services, burn care, stroke care, behavioral health, and more
Located in a vibrant city with many cultural and recreational activities

This position is ideal for experienced OR RNs seeking a travel assignment with night shifts, no weekends, and a supportive team environment.

Facility

4.0rating(36 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Mercy Hospital Saint Louis

5.0rating

Anonymous

Post Partum (RN)

Review of Mercy Hospital Saint Louis on Nov 21, 2025

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ADDRESS615 South New Ballas RoadSaint Louis, MO 63141

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

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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