Stepdown RN in St. Louis, Missouri
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- St. Louis, MO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,022/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $56.17
- Weekly
- $2,022
- Yearly (full-time)
- $105,144
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $56.17/hour — 43% 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
- 1,044 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Missouri from 6 agencies, 294 of them in St. Louis.
- Pay in these listings: $23.77 – $85.76/hour, median $54.05/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 us for a rewarding travel healthcare experience at one of the leading Short Term Acute Care hospitals. As a Step-down Registered Nurse, you'll work on a dual-unit environment—covering both PCU/Step-Down and regular floor shifts—where your expertise in managing dysrhythmias, titrating cardiac drips, and handling chest tubes will be essential. This role offers a unique chance to gain diverse clinical exposure, with a flexible yet demanding schedule of 12-hour night shifts over 13 weeks. If stepping into a fast-paced, magnet-recognized hospital with a teaching environment excites you, this assignment is your next adventure.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year typically features mild, comfortable temperatures with plenty of sunshine, making outdoor explorations and city outings pleasant and enjoyable.
Fun Things To Do:
- Gateway Arch Tour — Explore the iconic symbol of the city from its observation deck and enjoy panoramic views.
- Missouri Botanical Garden — Stroll through beautiful gardens and discover exotic plants and landscape art.
- Day Trip to St. Charles — Visit this charming river town with historic streets, boutique shopping, and riverfront parks.
- Bluebird Park — Enjoy outdoor activities, picnics, and a scenic pond perfect for relaxing afternoons.
- Wine Country Excursion — Venture to nearby wineries for tastings and vineyard tours.
Job Specifics:
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Shift: 12-hour nights (19:00 - 07:30)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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