Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) - Arnold, Missouri

Deliver exceptional patient care in an orthopedic hospital unit, working night shifts (7:00 pm – 7:30 am) on a 13-week contract. Enjoy guaranteed weekly hours (your choice of 36 or 48), and contribute to a team known for excellence and compassion. The unit features 30 beds, a manageable 1:6 patient ratio, and uses EPIC for electronic charting.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid RN license, eligible for practice in Missouri
• At least 2 years of inpatient orthopedic nursing experience
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (required)
• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association (preferred)
• Ability to float to similar or lower acuity units as necessary
• Willingness to comply with facility dress code (black scrubs), vaccination requirements (seasonal flu vaccine or approved exemption November 1–April 1), and orientation protocols

Schedule & Shifts:

• Night shift: 7:00 pm – 7:30 am
• 36 or 48 guaranteed hours per week (please indicate preference)
• Every other weekend as required
• No on-call obligations
• Orientation on day shift (must be available full week)

Role Responsibilities:

• Deliver safe, effective direct patient care—assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation—for post-trauma, surgical, and medically complex patients.
• Coordinate care activities among nursing and ancillary departments to optimize outcomes.
• Uphold patient rights and confidentiality.
• Evaluate effectiveness of care, maintaining accountability for quality and standards.
• Support a team-oriented, flexible, and dependable work environment.

Additional Perks:

• Work in a leading, nationally recognized hospital with recent safety and quality awards.
• Flexible scheduling options and professional growth in a diverse patient population.
• Experience life in the vibrant St. Louis area, with celebrated food, sports, and cultural attractions.

Bring your orthopedic expertise and teamwork skills to a facility focused on patient-centered care. If you meet the requirements and are ready to make a difference, apply now for immediate consideration.