Travel Med Surg 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 a travel RN for a Med/Surg night shift position in Poplar Bluff, MO, requiring 2+ years of experience and a MO or compact RN license.

• Works across two Med/Surg units (Floor 1 and Floor
  4) with floating required between units
• Patient population includes orthopedic, surgical, stroke, cardiac, respiratory, dialysis, and hospice patients
• Unit has 36 beds with a patient ratio 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 required (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
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• Valid driver's license required for consideration

• Royal blue scrubs required
• RTO requests must be under one week, with a maximum of 36 hours unless otherwise discussed
• May be required to work Easter, Mother's Day, or Memorial Day
• Candidates who have worked at any CHS facility as permanent staff within the past 2 years are not eligible for this position

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.