Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse - $2,177 per week

American Traveler 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: 06/08/2026
• 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: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PCU (Progressive Care Unit) travel position requiring a MO or Compact RN license and at least 2 years of recent specialty experience.

Details

• Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in an academic teaching hospital setting
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• 8 weekend shifts required per 6-week scheduling period, any combination of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• 13-week contract
• Regular floating between departments, units, and facilities may be required
• No on-call requirements
• No block scheduling available

Requirements

• Active MO or Compact RN license required; Kansas RN license also required due to floating between facilities
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU/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
• Prior charge RN and teaching hospital experience preferred
• Proficiency in cardiac monitoring including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, telemetry (unit and remote), and use of Rapid Response Teams
• Experience with cardiovascular care: post-cardiac, post-MI, pre/post cardiac cath, and pre/post cardiac surgery
• IV therapy skills required: blood product administration, central line and PICC line management, peripheral line care, phlebotomy, and starting IVs
• Medication management skills: heparin protocols, cardiac drips (with and without titration), PCA, and procedural sedation
• Respiratory care experience: chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac), CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, and tracheostomy management
• Additional clinical skills: CVA care, total joint replacements, peripheral nerve block catheters, feeding tube management, wound care/wound vac, surgical drains, and isolation precautions
• 2 professional references required for consideration: at least one must be supervisor level or above; the second may be a charge RN; all must be from individuals who have worked with the candidate within the past year
• SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Candidates residing within a 50-mile radius of the facility are considered local and are not eligible for this position
• RTO is capped at 7 days for the duration of the contract
• RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of consideration
• Travel partners are not accepted for this position
• Orientation modules are required and average 10–15 hours; must be completed prior to the start date
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Holiday shifts and charge RN assignments may be required as needed

American Traveler Job ID #P-704450. 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 - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

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.