Travel Burn ICU RN - $2,007 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Clinic Burn ICU for a travel nursing job in Kansas City, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Burn ICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Burn ICU position at a Level 1 Trauma facility, requiring ICU experience and NIH Stroke Certification.

Details

• Work in a 6-bed Burn ICU with mixed acuity patients ranging from ICU to M/S level of care
• Adult patient population only with ratios varying based on acuity
• Unit staffed with Charge Nurse, RNs, Nurse Externs, and dedicated unit-based Paramedics
• Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Hill-Rom beds and call light systems, and GE cardiac monitoring equipment
• Documentation completed in Meditech
• Night shift schedule from 7p-7a
• Scheduling requires 3 weekend shifts within a 4-week period
• No on-call requirements
• Floating to like units (ICU/PCU/CCU) required, with agency staff prioritized to float first
• Procedures performed on the unit include debridement, dressing changes, line insertions, and chest tube insertions and maintenance

Requirements

• Active RN license (MO or Compact) required
• Minimum 1 year of recent ICU experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and NIH Stroke Certification
• Burn experience preferred but not required
• ABLS certification preferred but not required
• CRRT training and hemodynamic monitoring/drip titration proficiency preferred
• Cardiac rhythm proficiency required
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• Two professional references required for Missouri placements

Additional Information

• Provide direct ICU-level nursing care including debridement, dressing changes, and post-op procedural care for burn patients
• Level 1 Trauma, Stroke, and Cardiac Verified facility
• Unit is actively working toward ABA Burn Center Verification
• Strong multidisciplinary care model including burn surgeon, Nurse Practitioner, Intensivist, rehab, dietary, pharmacist, and case management
• Critical Care Intensivists available 24/7
• Access to AirStrip for cardiac rhythm monitoring and a Hyperbaric Chamber with a dedicated trained Hyperbaric RN
• Virtual Admission Nurses and Discharge Lounge support available
• Experienced, tenured core staff with a collaborative, family-like team atmosphere
• Travel nurse friendly unit
• Required dress code includes navy blue scrub top with navy blue or black scrub pants and a scrub jacket; t-shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts are not permitted
• Candidates must adhere to Bedside Shift Report requirements and uphold facility mission and values focused on courtesy and respect
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility, as no local candidates will be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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 - ICU

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.