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American Traveler lists this Travel Medical Surgical RN - $2,203 per week opportunity in pierpont, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbia, Missouri. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/09/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 9, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Medical Surgical RN for a hospital adult overflow unit requiring at least 1 year of recent med/surg experience and prior travel experience. Details Hospital adult overflow unit serving all admitting physician teams including Neurology, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Cardiology, Orthopedics, and Oncology Cares for adult patients 16 and older with diagnoses including diabetes, CHF, COPD, renal disease, orthopedic fractures, and neurological deficits Patient ratios of 1:5-7 Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM Every other weekend required Mandatory floating within the Med/Surg service line, including to Med/Surg/Tele units Charge duties as needed Performs general floor care including IV therapy, lab draws, nasogastric tube management, wound care, and assisting with bedside procedures and conscious sedation Requirements Active MO or Compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration BLS certification required; ACLS preferred Minimum 1 year of recent experience in Medical Surgical nursing required Prior travel nursing experience required Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred Cerner charting experience preferred Ability to ambulate, reach, and move objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation Ability to work in a 24/7 healthcare facility, including rotating shifts, holidays, and inclement weather conditions Additional Information Works in a fast-paced environment supporting hospital throughput for adult medical surgical patients Required to cover 50% of holidays occurring during the contract Routine contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses Local candidates residing within 50 miles are not eligible for consideration Candidates residing 51-74 miles away may be offered a local rate Local candidates are not eligible for contract extensions beyond the initial assignment Maximum of 10 days RTO allowed, none within the first week due to orientation Travelers may work up to three consecutive 13-week contracts (up to 9 months) before a mandatory 6-month break is required before returning in an agency capacity Re-orientation not required for returning travelers within 18 months American Traveler Job ID P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.5c143e31-5e -b d
Worksite address
pierpont, MO, 65201, US
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