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Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit
Job in
Independence, Jackson County, Missouri, 64053, USA
Listed on 2026-09-20
Listing for:
American Traveler
Full Time, Per diem
position Listed on 2026-09-20
Job specializations:
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Nursing
RN Nurse, ICU Nurse, Travel Nurse
Job Description & How to Apply Below
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit position requiring MO or compact RN licensure and NIH Stroke Certification.
Requirements- Active RN license (MO or Compact) required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- NIH Stroke Certification required for this unit
- Minimum 1 year of recent PCU or related specialty experience required
- Strong advanced assessment and critical thinking skills required
- Experience managing vasoactive drips required
- Familiarity with central line, PICC line, and chest tube placement procedures preferred
- No employment gaps of 90+ days within the past 12 months
- US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration
- Two professional references required for Missouri assignments
- 36-bed Progressive Care Unit within a Level 2 trauma center hospital with Stroke and STEMI Accreditation
- Patient ratios of 1:3 (AM) to 1:4-5 (PM), supported by patient care techs when stretched
- Predominantly total RN-based care with unit secretaries available 7am-7pm for support
- Utilizes BiPAP, Heated High-Flow Nasal Cannulas, Alaris IV pumps, and Kangaroo Feeding Pumps
- Documentation completed in Meditech
- 13-week assignment on 7P-7A night shift
- Rotating weekend and holiday schedule with every 3rd weekend rotation
- Floating required to the Telemetry Unit as needed, with priority given to bonus shift staff
- Provide direct bedside nursing care including hourly rounding and bedside shift report
- Participate in daily leadership rounding as part of unit patient experience standards
- Required dress code: charcoal grey scrub tops with charcoal grey or black scrub bottoms, with black or charcoal grey jackets
- Positive, team-oriented attitude strongly valued on this unit
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; no local candidates accepted
- First-time travelers may be considered
- 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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