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Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

Job in Independence, Jackson County, Missouri, 64053, USA
Listing for: American Traveler
Full Time, Per diem position
Listed on 2026-09-20
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    RN Nurse, ICU Nurse, Travel Nurse
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 70000.00 100000.00 YEAR
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
Responsibilities
  • 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
Benefits
  • 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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