Travel Surgical Stepdown RN - $1,987 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Saint Louis, Missouri. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Stepdown Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/30/2026 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: Mar 30, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 5 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Surgical Stepdown position in St. Louis, MO, requiring a minimum of 2 years of stepdown experience and active MO or compact RN license. Details Work setting is a 29-bed Surgical Stepdown unit (6 West Med/Surg Intermediate) within a Level 2 Trauma Center and Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center Patient population includes post-op high acuity surgical patients, trauma patients, and high acuity medical patients requiring cardiac drips, BiPAP, and close monitoring Patient ratio is 1:3 or 1:4 EMR is Epic Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM Every other weekend required No on-call requirements Floating required to any department of equal or lower acuity as needed 13-week contract Requirements Active RN license in Missouri or a compact state currently in hand Valid U.S. Social Security Number required (Canadian SINs not accepted) Current BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA required Minimum 2 years of stepdown experience required Stepdown or ICU experience required; post-op care experience required Proficiency with BiPAP and cardiac drip management required Strong time management and critical thinking skills required No employment gaps of 90 or more days within the past 12 months Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift; must be able to lift, push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs. and pinch up to 15 lbs.; bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling required Additional Information Responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for post-surgical, trauma, and high-acuity medical patients using the nursing process Coordinates patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient outcomes and comfort Flu vaccination or a Mercy-approved exemption is required for assignments running November 1 through April 1; declinations are not accepted Black scrubs required; attire must meet Mercy standards (no specific graphic t-shirts; scrub top or jacket with Mercy logo and black scrub pants acceptable) RTO of up to 5 days is allowed but must be made up during the assignment; only 1 holiday RTO request per assignment Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but will be subject to a reduced bill rate Local candidates within 50 miles are limited to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts at this facility before a 1-year separation or transfer outside the 50-mile radius is required American Traveler Job ID P-686261. 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 - Telemetry - Stepdown 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.