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Med Surg RN
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Southeast Hospital

$1,671-2,456/week

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RN - Med Surg

Overview

Travel RN position in Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Specialty: Med Surg - Surgical
Shift: Nights, 7p-7a
Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
Openings: 3

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Missouri
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Driver's License
BLS
Med Surg (1 year of experience)
Med Surg experience within the last year
Post-surgical experience (non-OR post recovery) in urology, orthopedics, or general surgery

Schedule and Work Expectations

Every other weekend required
No call required
May float to Med Surg and Progressive care areas
Flu vaccination required for travelers from November 1 to April 1, unless client-approved exemption is granted

Unit Details

Surgical unit with 23 beds
Typical patient ratio: 1:6
Post-surgical Med-Surg population
Common patient mix includes urology, ortho, general surgery recovery, and medical overflow

Preferred Experience

Peri dialysis experience

Work Environment

Team-oriented communication is important
Black scrubs required

Facility

Southeast Hospital

3.1rating(27 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Southeast Hospital

Anonymous

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Contract Position

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Review of Southeast Hospital on Aug 28, 2025

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Short Term Acute Care
222 beds

ADDRESS1701 Lacey StreetCape Girardeau, MO 63701

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About Cape Girardeau, MO

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

Cost of Living

Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average high of 88°F and low of 68°F.
Winter average high of 44°F and low of 26°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with minimal traffic.
Limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Cape Girardeau is a diverse city with a wide age range.
Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries, live music venues, recreational sports leagues, and outdoor activities along the Mississippi River.

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