Travel Acute Rehabilitation RN - per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Rehabilitation

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 12/30/2025

Duration: 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours, nights

Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a BSN-prepared RN for an Inpatient Rehab assignment requiring a MO or compact RN license, BLS certification, and night shift availability.

Responsibilities

Work in an inpatient rehabilitation unit within a hospital setting

Typical patient ratio is 1:5 during the day and 1:5-6 on night shifts

Patient population includes post-surgical, post-stroke, CHF, and patients needing prolonged physical, speech, or occupational therapy

Occasional duties include IV management and lab draws, but this is a non-telemetry unit

Collaborative, team-based care with physical therapy and care management teams

Night shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-07:30)

Uses Epic for charting; Epic experience is preferred

Local candidates within a 50 mile radius accepted at a lower rate

Nurses will participate in discharge planning from admission with interdisciplinary teams

First-time travelers are accepted if meeting the 2-year experience requirement

RTO (requested time off) must be declared for consideration

Returning staff must have a one-year break before returning as a traveler

Four hours of mandatory modules completed during orientation

No telemetry responsibilities required on this unit

Free parking is available on site

Requirements

Active MO or compact RN license required; pending license accepted if in hand before start

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred

Minimum of 1 year RN experience; first-time travelers require 2 years of RN experience

Must pass Basic EKG exam with a score of 80% or higher (up to 2 attempts allowed)

Epic charting experience preferred

Benefits

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

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-642025. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Rehab - In Patient

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

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.

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