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: 08/17/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med-Surg/Telemetry Short Stay night shift position in St. Louis, MO, requiring 2+ years of telemetry experience and an active MO or compact RN license.
Details
- 7 East Medical Admit Unit in an acute care hospital setting
- Mixed patient population of 50% medical and 50% telemetry adults only
- Patient ratios of approximately 4–6:1
- Standard telemetry unit nursing equipment
- EMR: Epic
- Night shift schedule, 7PM–7AM (4x12)
- 13-week contract with the possibility of extension up to 26 weeks
- Every other full weekend required (Saturday and Sunday)
- No on-call requirements
- Floating required as needed to a similar or lower acuity unit
Requirements
- Active RN license — must be eligible for or currently licensed in Missouri (MO license or compact license accepted)
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA only
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
- Minimum 2 years of recent telemetry (Tele) experience
- Valid U.S. Social Security Number required — Canadian SINs are not accepted
- No gaps in employment of 90+ days within the past 12 months
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include direct patient care activities such as assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation across all adult age groups
- Coordinates patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient outcomes and comfort
- Night shift candidates orient on day shift and must be available the entire week for orientation
- Up to 5 days of requested time off (RTO) per 13-week period is allowed, but time off must be made up during the assignment
- Candidates are expected to work at least one major winter holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's Day)
- Flu vaccination or a Mercy-approved exemption is required from November 1 through April 1 — declinations are not accepted
- Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but subject to a reduced travel pay rate
- Black scrubs required
- Certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment unless documented renewal is already scheduled
- All manager interviews are conducted within 24 hours of offer — all offers are subject to final manager approval
American Traveler Job ID #P-736675. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry
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.