Med/Surg RN in St. Louis, Missouri
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- St. Louis, MO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,837/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $51.03
- Weekly
- $1,837
- Yearly (full-time)
- $95,524
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $51.03/hour — 30% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Missouri ($39.32/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Missouri right now
- 1,143 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Missouri from 6 agencies, 389 of them in St. Louis.
- Pay in these listings: $13.38 – $85.76/hour, median $54.75/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Missouri: $39.32/hour ($81,786/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($80.00/hour across 3 jobs).
Job description
Join a 13-week travel assignment as a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse supporting patients on elective spine surgery units, with some traumatic spine cases from the emergency department. This night-shift role focuses on cervical-to-sacral procedures, lumbar drains, mobility assistance three times daily, pain management, and safe use of Hoyer equipment. You will work three 12-hour night shifts each week and may float between the two spine units within your scope. First-time travelers are welcome, and every other weekend is required.
Weather:
St. Louis typically offers crisp, comfortable days and cooler mornings and evenings during this time of year. Expect changing temperatures, colorful foliage, and occasional rain, making it a pleasant season for exploring the city and nearby destinations.
Fun Things To Do:
• Gateway Arch: Visit the iconic landmark and enjoy views of downtown St. Louis and the Mississippi River.
• Forest Park: Explore museums, walking paths, the zoo, and scenic green spaces in one of the city’s largest parks.
• Missouri Botanical Garden: Wander through impressive gardens, conservatories, and seasonal displays.
• Day Trip – Hermann: Spend a day exploring this historic river town, its local shops, and surrounding countryside.
• Day Trip – Cahokia Mounds: Discover the area’s historic archaeological site and enjoy a change of scenery just outside St. Louis.
Job Specifics:
City and State: St. Louis, Missouri
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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