American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Saint Louis, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry night shift position in Saint Louis, MO, requiring at least 1 year of inpatient Med/Surg experience and an active MO or compact RN license.
Details
- 7 East Medical Telemetry unit in a 60-bed hospital department
- Medical patient population including those with surgical interventions and medical comorbidities
- Patient ratio of 1:5-6
- Equipment includes bladder scanners, vein finders, IV pumps, and wound vacs
- EMR: Epic
- Night shift schedule, 19:00–07:30
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call requirements
- Floating required as needed to a similar or lower acuity unit
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active RN license in Missouri or eligible for MO licensure (MO or compact license accepted)
- Current BLS certification from AHA required
- ACLS certification from AHA preferred
- Minimum 1 year of recent inpatient Med/Surg experience required
- Valid U.S. Social Security Number required
- No employment gaps of 90+ days within the past 12 months
- Certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment unless documented renewal is scheduled
- Flu vaccination required from November 1 through April 1; exemptions must be Mercy-approved — declinations are not accepted
Additional Information
- Performs direct patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for all age groups
- Coordinates patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient outcomes
- Role requires significant standing, walking, bending, stooping, and lifting/turning patients with assistance; must be able to push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. and pinch up to 15 lbs.
- High-risk exposure to blood and body fluids
- Night shift orientation takes place on day shift; candidate must be available the full orientation week
- Up to 5 days of RTO is allowed but must be made up during the assignment; only 1 holiday RTO request per assignment
- Black scrubs required
- Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but subject to a reduced bill rate
- The facility is a Level 2 Trauma Center, Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Level 1 STEMI Center
American Traveler Job ID #P-725998. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.