Travel PCU RN

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

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/30/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Telemetry/PCU RN for a Stroke & Brain unit requiring NIHSS certification and recent telemetry or neurology experience.

• Work in the Stroke & Brain unit, a 16-bed Progressive Care Unit within a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 4:1 with tech support available
• Uses Welch Allyn VS machines, Hoyer lift, Sarah Steady lift, telemetry monitoring, bladder scanner, and Doppler equipment
• Charting performed in Meditech
• Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Scheduled for 3 shifts per week including 3-4 weekend shifts per schedule
• Floating required to any area where competency has been demonstrated, per contract terms

• Active RN license (Missouri or Compact) required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in telemetry, PCU, or stroke/neurology specialty required
• Experience with cardiac drips, telemetry monitoring, and basic dysrhythmia recognition preferred
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• Two professional references required for Missouri placements
• US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration (no Canadian SSN accepted)

• Provide direct patient care to stroke and neurology patients requiring telemetry monitoring
• High employee engagement reported within the unit
• Navy blue scrubs required as part of the dress code
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-766172. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Telemetry
- Progressive Care Unit

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.