Travel Nurse RN - PCU - $2,189 per week in Kansas City, MO

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: July 3, 2025

Job Description:

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Kansas City, Missouri, 64111! Pay Information $2,189 per week About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Progressive Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required License: Active nursing license Certifications: BLS, NIHSS Must-Have: - 2 years of recent specialty experience required - Must have a full year of in-specialty experience within the past 12 months - No gaps in employment greater than 90 days in the past year Description: The position requires a registered nurse with a specialty in a progressive care unit. Nurse-patient ratios are typically 1:5. On rare occasions, the ratio may flex to 1:6, and nurses will be expected to take additional patients. Weekend shifts are required, with a total of 8 shifts within a 6-week schedule period, which includes a combination of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Floating to meet facility needs will be required. Regular floating may occur between departments and units. Essential skills required include: - Cardiac monitoring and emergency response, including interpretation of dysrhythmias - IV therapy and phlebotomy, including blood product administration and central line care - Management of acute conditions and protocols such as IV insulin protocols and infection control - Familiarity with isolation precautions, wound care, and managing various medical diagnoses Preferred skills include: - Management of cardiac telemetry and understanding rapid response teams - Feeding tube care and management - Handling patients with renal failure, CVA, orthopedic trauma, and respiratory conditions The position does not require on-call responsibilities. The facility has a focus on education and has received recognition for outstanding service quality. The nursing team is expected to stay current with required certifications and comply with facility protocols. References are required from direct supervisors or charge nurses who have worked with the candidate in the past year. Should a candidate's drug screen result in a diluted or positive indication that cannot be cleared, the assignment will be canceled. 27918138EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse range of assignments on your resume showcases your adaptability, versatility, and resilience. This can make you a more attractive candidate for future job opportunities and career advancement. Constantly adapting to new environments and healthcare facilities challenges you to expand your knowledge and skills. This dynamic nature of travel nursing contributes significantly to your professional growth. Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. In some assignments, travel nurses may have opportunities to participate in health education initiatives, promoting preventive care and wellness in the community. Travel nursing allows you to explore different nursing specialties. You can try various areas of healthcare, helping you identify your preferred niche or specialty.

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