Per Diem · Nursing

Peds Med/Surg

St. Louis, MO

~8 shifts/weekDaysNightsSelf-scheduledWeekly pay
Approximate hourly pay$49/hour
Typical volume~8 shift(s)/week
Posting historyBased on 10 weeks of data

Care Connect Staffing is hiring Per Diem Peds Med/Surg professionals in St. Louis, MO. These are ongoing per-diem opportunities with flexible, self-scheduled shifts — pick up work when it fits your schedule.

  • Typical volume: ~8 open shift(s) per week across the area (based on 10 weeks of posting history)
  • Shift types: Days, Nights
  • Pay: around $49/hour

Per diem work through Care Connect Staffing means no long-term commitment, weekly pay, and the ability to build a schedule around your life. Apply to join our per-diem float pool and get access to open Peds Med/Surg shifts in St. Louis, MO as they post.

About Peds Med/Surg per diem work

Pediatric med-surg nurses care for infants, children, and adolescents admitted for medical treatment or surgical recovery. Typical duties include age-appropriate assessments, weight-based medication administration, IV management, and post-operative care — always alongside family-centered communication, since parents and caregivers are part of every care plan.

Per-diem pediatric med-surg shifts typically arise on children's units within general hospitals and in dedicated pediatric facilities, with seasonal swings (such as respiratory season) often driving extra demand. The specialty suits clinicians who combine strong clinical fundamentals with patience and clear communication for young patients and their families.

Credential and licensure expectations vary by state and care setting, and typically include:

  • Active RN license for the state where the shift is located (state requirements vary)
  • BLS certification is commonly required; PALS is frequently requested
  • Recent pediatric acute-care experience is typically expected
  • Some units also request ENPC or pediatric-specific competencies

Frequently asked questions

How does self-scheduling work for per diem shifts?

Per diem work with Care Connect Staffing is self-scheduled: once you join the per-diem float pool, you see open Peds Med/Surg shifts in St. Louis, MO as they post and pick up the ones that fit your schedule. You choose when you work — there is no assigned rotation.

How often do per diem clinicians get paid?

Per diem shifts through Care Connect Staffing pay weekly.

Is there a long-term commitment?

No. Per diem work has no long-term commitment — you build a schedule around your life and pick up shifts only when you want them.

How do I apply for Peds Med/Surg per diem shifts in St. Louis, MO?

Apply through the Care Connect Staffing candidate portal at candidate.careconnectstaffing.com. Create a profile, complete onboarding, and you can start picking up open shifts as they post.

Do shift availability and volume change from week to week?

Yes. Shift volume is based on recent posting history and varies week to week, so the number of open shifts you see will change as facilities post new needs.

Shift volume and pay are based on recent posting history and vary week to week. Care Connect Staffing is the hiring agency for this per-diem opportunity.