Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,070 per week

Cross Country Nurses 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: 09/08/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary The Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN) position in Kansas City, Missouri, involves providing specialized nursing care within a high-acuity setting. The role requires flexibility in shifts, with a focus on patient monitoring, acute care, and support for patients with complex medical needs. Candidates will contribute to patient recovery and safety while working within a structured and collaborative environment. Job Details Location: Kansas City, MO Position / Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN Shift Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours Start Date: 09/08/2026 Required Qualifications: BLS, NIHSS certifications; 2 years of nursing experience, recent Med/Surg or Telemetry background, charting experience with Epic; preferred experience in Trauma Level I or II units and previous travel nursing. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Cardiac Telemetry, ER Holding, and managing dysrhythmias; familiarity with rapid response teams, IV therapy, PICC line management, and wound care. On-Call & Float: Regular floating within scope to meet facility needs; float rotation required across departments, units, and facilities. Additional Information: The unit is a 24-bed, Level 1 Trauma, Magnet-recognized facility providing tertiary care. Interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, pharmacy, and more. The patient diagnoses cover pulmonary, wounds, urology, cardiac, neuro, and renal conditions. Certifications & Skills: Valid BLS and NIHSS; proficiency in cardiac telemetry, blood product administration, IV management, airway management, surgical drains, wound care, and rapid response team utilization. Schedule & Compliance: Night shifts, 12 hours; 36 hours minimum per week; orientation and pre-start modules as required; compliance documentation due two Fridays prior to start. Additional Notes: No local candidates within a 75-mile radius; floating may be required across multiple departments; RTO requests must be finalized at submission, with a maximum of 7 days permitted. Benefits Private housing or generous housing allowance Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage Competitive salaries Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement 401(k) retirement plan Direct deposit/free checking Unlimited free CE credits Cross Country Job ID #1295047. 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: Registered Nurse / Progressive Care Unit About Cross Country Nurses You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cross Country Nurses