Travel Medical ICU Registered Nurse
3 days ago
Columbia
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: 01/05/2026, • Duration: 13 weeks, • 36 hours per week, • Shift: 12 hours, nights, • Work in a 24-bed Med/Surg unit specializing in care for at-risk patients, • The unit is secured with enhanced safety features including video monitoring, ligature alarms, anti-barricade doors, and badge-secured entrance, • Night shift position (3x12 hours, 19:00–07:30), • Every other weekend is required, • Floating to other units, including as a Patient Observer (Sitter), is mandatory, • Cerner EMR used; prior experience preferred but not required, • Responsibilities include providing care to at-risk Med/Surg patients in a secured, safety-enhanced environment, • Must work at least 50% of holidays during the contract, • First-time travelers are welcome to apply, • Local candidates within 75 miles are accepted at a reduced rate, • No re-orientation required for returning travelers within 18 months; a 9-month gap is required to return, • Work attire should align with hospital scrub or dress code guidelines\n \n Requirements\n, • Active MO or Compact RN license required at time of consideration, • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, • Minimum 2 years of overall nursing experience required, • At least 1 year of Med/Surg experience required, • Trauma Level 1 experience preferred\n Benefits\n, • High Pay and Bonuses, • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options, • 401(k) Plan, • Weekly Payroll Deposit, • Free Online CEUs, • Generous Housing Allowance, • Travel and Licensure Reimbursements, • Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy 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.