Travel PCU RN - $2,249 per week (Hiring Immediately)

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: 10/05/2026 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: Oct 5, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a PCU/Telemetry position requiring 2 years of recent specialty experience and strong ventilator skills at a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital. Details PCU/Progressive Care Unit at a tertiary care hospital Patient population includes pulmonary stepdown, intermediate care, ventilated/trach patients, COPD and high-acuity respiratory patients Uses endobronchial valves and ventilator management, including BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, and non-invasive airway management Standard patient ratio of 1:4, with rare flexing to 1:6 Night shift, 3x12 hours (18:45-7:15) 8 weekend shifts required within a 6-week schedule, combination of Fri/Sat/Sun Regular floating required between departments, units, and facilities as needed No on-call requirement Epic EMR used, experience preferred Requirements Active RN license required (Missouri or compact) Both Kansas and Missouri license or compact license must be in hand at time of consideration due to floating requirements BLS and NIHSS certifications required Minimum 2 years of recent specialty experience, including a full year within the past 12 months with no employment gap greater than 90 days Strong ventilator experience required Skilled in cardiac telemetry, dysrhythmia interpretation and management Experienced in IV therapy/phlebotomy including central line, PICC line, and port access/management Skilled in tracheostomy care, chest tube management, and interpretation of ABGs Experience with hemodialysis management and renal failure care Experience managing cardiac drips and heparin protocols Teaching hospital and Level I Trauma experience preferred 2 professional references required, one supervisor-level or above and one charge RN, both from the past year SSN required at time of consideration Additional Information Provide comprehensive nursing care to telemetry and pulmonary stepdown patients, including ventilator and tracheostomy management Located at a 5-time Magnet-designated, Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital Navy scrub color required First-time travelers are welcome to apply Local candidates within 75 miles of the facility are not accepted Maximum RTO of 7 days, with all time-off requests finalized at time of consideration Returning staff must have a 3-month break in service and 18 months of tenure; former permanent BJC employees must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler Travel partners are not accepted American Traveler Job ID P-749613. 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.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386