Travel Registered Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Overland Park, Kansas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced PCU RN for a 13-week float pool assignment requiring KS/MO or compact RN license and telemetry expertise.

Details

• Float pool position covering Med/Surg Intermediate/PCU departments across approximately 5 units and multiple metro campuses as needed
• No assigned home unit for this role
• Day shift, 3x12 hours (6:45 AM - 7:15 PM)
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Weekend requirement of 8 shifts within Saint Luke's 6-week schedule period, a combination of Friday/Saturday/Sunday
• Holiday shifts and Charge RN assignments as needed per unit
• No on-call responsibilities
• Utilizes Virtual Nurses, 12 lead EKG, AirVo, Voalte, and Omnicell systems

Requirements

• Active KS or Compact RN license required, along with Missouri license or compact in hand at time of consideration
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required; ACLS preferred
• 1 to 2 years of recent experience required, including a full year of in-specialty experience within the past 12 months with no employment gaps greater than 90 days
• Experience in MS/Tele, Telemetry, Cardiac Telemetry, and Neuro Stepdown settings required
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring and emergency response, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Experience with pre/post cardiac catheterization patients required
• Clinical background managing sepsis, wound care, ETOH, SI, renal failure, AFib, GIB, stroke, and COVID patients
• Preferred skills include sheath removal, feeding tube care and management, port access, blood product administration, and central line care/management
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a supervisor level or above and the second from a Charge RN, both from within the past year

Additional Information

• Provide telemetry and cardiac monitoring nursing care across multiple PCU and stepdown units, floating between departments and facilities as needed
• Candidates must live at least 75 miles from the facility to be considered; local candidates are not accepted
• Maximum RTO of 7 days, with all time off requests finalized at time of consideration and no additional RTO permitted after offer or onsite
• Previous BJC or Saint Luke's employees must complete an 18-month tenure with a 3-month break in service, or wait 1 year if returning as a traveler from permanent employment
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• No travel partners accepted for this position
• Compliance documentation due 2 Fridays before start date, along with completion of required EMR and equipment training modules prior to start

American Traveler Job ID #P-737321. 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.