ICU | Registered Nurse

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) | Independence, Missouri

Bring your clinical judgment and compassionate approach to a 36-bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in Independence, Missouri. This 13-week travel nursing contract offers the opportunity to care for higher-acuity patients alongside a supportive team.

In this travel RN assignment, you’ll care for a varied patient population and use advanced monitoring and respiratory-support equipment. The unit is located in a welcoming community with parks and local attractions, plus convenient access to the dining, entertainment, and cultural offerings of the Kansas City area.

Travel Nurse Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,730–$1,820
• Healthcare Setting: Progressive Care Unit (PCU), 36 beds
• Schedule: 36 hours per week; typically three 12-hour day shifts
• Shift: 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
• Contract: 13 weeks, starting November 30, 2026
• Scheduling Note: A 48-hour guaranteed schedule may be an option; confirm availability during the hiring process.
• Floating: May float to the Telemetry Unit
• Location: Independence, Missouri, near Kansas City

Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license applicable to practice in Missouri
• At least 1 year of relevant nursing experience, preferably in a progressive care, step-down, or critical care setting
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Strong patient assessment, prioritization, and critical-thinking skills
• Experience managing vasoactive infusions and caring for patients with central or PICC lines and chest tubes
• Adaptability, a positive attitude, and a collaborative approach to patient care

Progressive Care RN Responsibilities

• Assess, monitor, and provide nursing care for PCU patients with complex and changing needs.
• Administer and monitor prescribed therapies, including vasoactive infusions, and promptly communicate changes in patient condition.
• Support patients requiring BiPAP, heated high-flow nasal cannula, and other unit-level monitoring and treatment.
• Use Meditech to document care accurately and coordinate effectively with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Participate in bedside shift reports, hourly rounding, and daily leadership rounds to support a positive patient experience.
• Follow unit standards, rotating weekend and holiday schedules, and applicable floating expectations.

Apply now for this travel Registered Nurse opportunity in Independence, Missouri, and bring your progressive care nursing experience to the team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.