Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Poplar Bluff, Missouri.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/23/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Mar 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg night shift travel position in Poplar Bluff, MO, requiring 2+ years of experience and a valid MO or compact RN license.

• Hospital-based Med/Surg unit serving a diverse patient population including orthopedic, surgical, stroke, cardiac, respiratory, dialysis, and hospice patients
• 36-bed unit spanning two Med/Surg floors (Floor 1 and Floor
  4), with floating required between both units
• Patient ratios of 1:5–7 depending on acuity
• Night shift: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• 13-week contract
• EMR:
  Cerner

• Active MO RN license or compact RN license currently in hand (no pending licenses)
• Current BLS certification required (must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg RN experience required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• Valid driver's license required for consideration

• Royal blue scrubs required
• RTO requests must be less than one week in duration, with a maximum of 36 hours; coverage may be required for Easter, Mother's Day, or Memorial Day
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this travel position
• Candidates who have worked at any CHS facility as permanent staff within the past 2 years are not eligible for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-677376. 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

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.