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Med Surg Travel Nurse Jobs Near Kirksville, MO
Are there other Med Surg travel nursing jobs near Kirksville, Missouri?
Yes! Advantis Medical frequently staffs Med Surg travel RN jobs in nearby areas. For your convenience, our similar jobs are sorted by distance so you can quickly review jobs that are close by.
If more than one contract looks like a fit, selecting “I’m Interested” on multiple assignments can give you more options to discuss with your recruiter.
What are the certification requirements for this Med Surg travel nurse job?
All Med Surg travel nurse jobs require Basic Life Support (BLS). Many facilities will also require Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Click "I’m Interested" to connect with a recruiter who can confirm exactly what’s needed for this role.
Does my Med Surg background meet the experience requirements for this job?
Travel Med Surg jobs typically require at least 2 years of recent experience caring for multiple patients with varied medical conditions and care needs. Facilities may also look for experience with post-operative care, patient education, discharge planning, or telemetry, depending on the unit. Click “I’m Interested” to connect with a recruiter about assignment-specific requirements.
Is a Missouri license necessary for this travel assignment?
No—Missouri belongs to the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an active multistate RN license covers this assignment. Applying by endorsement instead? Sequence and accuracy matter: apply through MOPRO before registering for fingerprints, and make sure your name, birth date, and Social Security number match across both systems, or the fingerprint step may have to be repeated. Our Missouri Nursing License Guide has current fees, timelines, and step-by-step instructions.
Explore Kirksville, MO
Kirksville, MO functions as the medical hub for northeast Missouri, where Northeast Regional Medical Center anchors a small market through its inpatient units and emergency department. For nurses taking contracts in the region, the pace stays steady without the strain of big-city traffic, and most local drives run only a few minutes. The town's small footprint and historic downtown square keep daily logistics efficient, and assignments sometimes open in nearby La Plata and Macon. When a shift wraps, Thousand Hills State Park is a quick spot for an outdoor break. Anchored by Truman State University, Kirksville runs quieter than most contract markets, which suits travelers who prefer a slower setting between bigger assignments.
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