Travel Progressive Care Unit Float Registered Nurse Job at American Traveler, Kansas City, MO

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  • American Traveler
  • Kansas City, MO

Job Description

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Kansas City, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 02/02/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Float position requiring MO or compact RN licensure and strong cardiac telemetry skills.

\n \n Responsibilities\n
  • Work in a hospital setting as a PCU Float RN
  • Cares for patients in PCU, Telemetry, Cardiac Telemetry, ER Holding, Neuro Stepdown, and other stepdown units
  • Patient ratios are 1:5
  • Night shift position with 3x12 hour shifts (18:45-7:15)
  • Weekend commitment of 8 shifts per 6-week schedule, with a combination of Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays required
  • Floating required to all Med/Surg/Intermediate units, including ED for inpatient holds
  • No on-call requirement
  • Block scheduling is not available
  • Expected to cover holiday shifts and act as Charge RN as needed
  • RTO requests are limited to a maximum of 7 days
  • Annual and pre-start modular training and drug screening are required
  • Care responsibilities include cardiac monitoring, rapid response, post-cardiac, and post-surgical patient management, wound care, and management of complex IV therapies and lines
  • First-time travelers are welcome to apply
  • Must complete facility compliance requirements prior to start
  • Cannot reapply for six months if drug screen is positive or diluted and cannot be cleared
  • No guaranteed block scheduling; flexibility for float shifts is required
\n \n Requirements\n
  • Active MO or compact RN license required at the time of consideration
  • Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS required
  • At least 2 years of recent specialty experience in PCU or stepdown, with at least 1 full year of in-specialty experience within the past 12 months and no employment gap over 90 days
  • Previous charge experience and teaching hospital experience preferred
  • Ability to interpret and manage dysrhythmias, perform telemetry monitoring (both unit and remote), use rapid response teams, and manage a variety of post-cardiac and pre/post-surgical patients
  • Experience required in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, as well as respiratory and neurological care skills
  • Must provide two professional references within the past year, one at supervisor level or above and one may be a charge RN
  • Locals not accepted; must reside 75+ miles from the facility
  • No travel partners accepted
  • Pending licenses not accepted
\n Benefits\n
  • 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
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American Traveler Job ID #P-654930. 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 - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

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.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Local area, Remote work, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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