Stepdown RN in St. Louis, Missouri
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- St. Louis, MO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,780/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $57.92
- Weekly
- $2,780
- Yearly (full-time)
- $144,560
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $57.92/hour — 47% 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, 48 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 our team as a step-down registered nurse for a 13-week travel contract at a prominent short-term acute care facility in St. Louis, Missouri. This role offers the chance to work 12-hour night shifts, providing critical care to patients recovering from complex surgical procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafts, valve repairs, aneurysm repairs, and transcatheter procedures. You'll be part of a magnet and teaching hospital, navigating a busy, high-stakes environment while enjoying a stable schedule of 48 hours per week. This assignment is uniquely engaging for those who thrive on specialized cardiovascular cases and appreciate the challenge of a Level I Trauma Center setting.
Weather:
The weather in the area tends to be quite pleasant around this time, with warm days and cooler evenings. It’s an ideal climate for exploring the city’s outdoor attractions or enjoying a relaxing stroll after work.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the Gateway Arch and take in the stunning city views – a must-see landmark
- Explore the Missouri Botanical Garden, one of the oldest botanical institutions in the US
- Take a day trip to Bellefontaine Cemetery, famous for its historic graves and scenic landscape
- Enjoy a drive along the Great River Road for breathtaking views of the Mississippi River
- Visit nearby St. Charles for charming streets, boutique shopping, and riverfront dining
Job Specifics:
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Shift: Night, 4x12-hour shifts (19:00 - 07:30)
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 48
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