<p>A 13-week travel RN contract in Columbia, Missouri is open now on a Med/Surg unit at an acute care facility. The position offers 12-hour shifts with both day and night availability, a competitive weekly gross pay rate, and a full travel benefits package. Columbia is a mid-sized university city with a strong healthcare infrastructure and an accessible cost of living — a solid assignment for an experienced Med/Surg nurse looking for a well-rounded travel placement.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Weekly gross pay rate of $2,368 via direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends provided</li> <li>Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Access to an extensive housing network with corporate discounts</li> <li>Referral bonuses available</li> <li>Rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team to support credentialing</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>13-week contract at an acute care facility in Columbia, Missouri</li> <li>Med/Surg specialty unit with acute care acuity</li> <li>12-hour shifts; both day and night shifts available</li> <li>Immediate start date — opening is active now</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Missouri RN license or compact state RN license required</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of acute care Med/Surg experience as an RN within the last 3 years — no exceptions</li> <li>Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Columbia, Missouri sits at the center of the state, roughly midway between Kansas City and St. Louis, making it easy to access major metro amenities while enjoying a lower cost of living. Home to the University of Missouri, the city offers a vibrant arts and dining scene, well-regarded public schools, extensive trail systems, and a welcoming mid-sized community atmosphere. It is a consistently well-ranked city for quality of life and a natural fit for travel nurses who want an engaging assignment location without the pace of a large urban market.</p>