Travel Rehab RN - $2,239 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Inpatient Rehabilitation for a travel nursing job in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Rehabilitation
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Inpatient Rehab unit requiring BSN, MO or compact RN license, and night shift availability.

Details

• Inpatient rehabilitation unit caring for patients discharged from acute care requiring continued physical, speech, or occupational therapy
• Patient ratio of 1:5 on days and 1:5-6 on nights
• Patient population includes post-surgical, post-stroke, CHF, orthopedic, and general med-surg cases requiring prolonged therapy
• Non-telemetry unit, though patients may occasionally require IVs and lab draws
• Team-based care coordinated with physical therapy and care management for discharge planning
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM
• Every 3rd weekend required
• Holiday block required during the contract
• May float to similar units within the hospital as needed
• Uses EPIC charting system

Requirements

• Active MO or compact RN license required and must be in hand prior to start (pending license accepted at submission)
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required; ACLS preferred
• BSN required
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Must pass a Basic EKG exam with 80% or higher (2 attempts allowed)
• Must pass a telemetry test prior to starting
• EPIC charting experience preferred
• Previous travel experience preferred
• Responsible for performing own IV insertions and lab draws during shifts

Additional Information

• Provide patient-centered care in a fast-paced, team-oriented rehab setting
• Collaborate closely with physical therapy and care management teams for discharge planning
• Facility is a Level II Trauma Center and Level II Stroke Center
• Unit is currently expanding with 18 additional beds, creating multiple staffing opportunities
• Must check email regularly for schedule and unit updates
• Weekend and holiday off requests must be pre-approved prior to joining the team
• First-time travelers considered with at least 2 years of nursing experience
• Local candidates accepted at a reduced rate
• Candidates must live at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rate
• Previous employees must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Free parking available on-site

American Traveler Job ID #P-767182. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Rehab - In Patient

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