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Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse
St. Louis, Missouri
Barnes Jewish Central Staffing Office Float Pool Crisis Response

$2,033-2,685/week

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Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - Saint Louis, Missouri

Job Summary

Seeking experienced Registered Nurses for a travel/contract position in Saint Louis, Missouri. Nurses will float across multiple units including Medical-Surgical, Trauma, Oncology, Heart and Vascular, Neurology, Medicine, and COVID care. Some floors require primary nursing responsibilities. This role requires strong, independent nurses able to adapt to a large campus environment.

Contract Length

8 weeks

Work Schedule

36 hours guaranteed over 13 weeks with the ability to be called off for up to three shifts
Every other weekend required
Float to different units as needed

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Missouri
Med Surg / Telemetry experience with a minimum of 2 years
Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
One completed travel assignment
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
IV start skills

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications such as Chemo, CCRN, NIH Stroke, ONS, TNCC, CPI
Triage and Telemetry skills preferred

Additional Requirements

Must complete a skills checklist or equivalent competency verification
Background checks and verifications required within one year
Drug testing within one year, updated annually
Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes
COVID-19 vaccination required or approved exemption with appropriate documentation
Flu vaccination or approved exemption required for clearance during flu season
Photo ID required for badge issuance
Compliance with dress code and fingernail policies

Notes

Locals allowed to apply
Nurses may be floated to other approved locations if not needed at the primary site
Physical exam generally not required unless specified by client
Mask fit testing preferred but can be completed onsite if needed

This position is ideal for experienced travel nurses comfortable with floating across multiple specialties in a fast-paced hospital environment.

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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