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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Saint Louis, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Saint Louis, Missouri.
Specialty: Med Surg
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Medical Surgical Floor Nurse in a short-term acute care facility, located in a healthcare provider setting. The position involves providing comprehensive care to adult and geriatric patients, managing trauma cases, surgical post-op care, and supporting various complex medical conditions. The role offers an opportunity to work within an interdisciplinary team in a Magnet and Teaching Hospital setting.
Job Details
Schedule: 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 10/12/2026 and ending on 01/11/2027.
Required Qualifications: Valid state license, BSN degree, 5 years of related experience, BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification, NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) certification.
Preferred Qualifications: Trauma Level I and II experience, previous experience in community hospital settings, and travel experience.
Patient Ratios: 1:4-6, with a patient census of approximately 50-55 patients daily.
Responsibilities: Managing acute and trauma-related conditions including trauma from abuse, MVA, and falls; postoperative surgical care for procedures such as joint replacements and wound management; utilizing special equipment including lifts, restraints, wound vacs, external fixators, and oxygen therapy devices.
Additional Information: Will need to pass the Relias EKG exam with interpretation and management of dysrhythmias required. Floating within scope to meet facility needs is permitted. No RTO restrictions beyond 7 days per 13-week contract. Must comply with facility policies regarding licensure and certifications.
Benefits
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401k retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID # . 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: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Floor
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others - we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life - one assignment at a time.
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Worksite address
st. louis, MO, 63146, US
Who can apply
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