Travel PCU RN - MS/Telemetry - $2,177 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lee's Summit, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• 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: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry (PCU) position at a 240-bed community hospital, requiring 2 years of recent specialty experience and both MO and KS RN licenses in hand.

Details

• Night shift position: 3x12-hour shifts, 18:45–07:15
• Med/Surg Telemetry (PCU) unit in a 240-bed community hospital with a 16-bed ICU
• Patient population includes cardiac (AMI, arrhythmia, heart failure, chest pain, pre/post cath), vascular, sepsis, pneumonia, GI bleed, ETOH withdrawal, SI, and intermediate-level care patients
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Telemetry monitoring required on unit, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Procedures and skills include cardiac drip management (no titration), vasoactive drip management (no titration), heparin protocols, PCA, central/PICC/peripheral line management, blood product administration, chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac), CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, tracheostomy management, CVA care, wound care/wound vac, and femoral line/groin site management
• Preferred skills include sheath removal, port access, phlebotomy, and total joint replacement care
• Charting via Epic (experience required)
• 8 weekend shifts required per 6-week scheduling period, with shifts falling on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday
• Regular floating between departments, units, and facilities may be required
• No on-call requirements
• Free parking available
• Navy scrubs required

Requirements

• Active RN license — both Missouri (or compact) and Kansas licenses must be in hand at time of consideration, as floating between facilities may require multi-state licensure
• Pending licenses are not accepted
• Required certifications: BLS and NIHSS; ACLS required; CPI preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg Telemetry specialty experience required, with at least 1 full year of in-specialty experience within the past 12 months and no employment gap greater than 90 days in the past year
• Community hospital experience required; prior charge RN experience preferred
• Candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be eligible
• 2 professional references required: at least one must be supervisor-level or above; the second may be a charge RN; both must be from individuals who have worked with the candidate within the past year

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• RTO is capped at 7 days for the contract period; RTO requests must be submitted at time of consideration
• Travel partners are not accepted for this position
• Onboarding includes 10–15 hours of compliance modules, generally completed prior to start
• Holiday coverage and charge RN assignments required as needed per unit
• Block scheduling is not available for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-728964. 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: Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele

About American Traveler

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.