Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care in Independence, MO

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care
Location: Independence, MO
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Independence, Missouri, 64057!

Job Title

Seasonal Travel RN – ICU / Progressive Care Unit

Location

Independence, MO | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | Days (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) | 13-Week Assignment | Projected Start: November 30, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a 36-bed Progressive Care Unit with patient ratios of 1:3–1:4 (AM) and 1:4–1:5 (PM)
• Operate and monitor specialized equipment including BiPAP, Heated High-Flow Nasal Cannulas, Alaris IV pumps, and Kangaroo Feeding Pumps
• Manage vasoactive drips and perform advanced patient assessments with strong critical thinking skills
• Assist with or support procedures including central line or PICC line placement and chest tube placements
• Document patient care accurately using the Meditech documentation system
• Participate in bedside shift report, hourly rounding, and daily leadership rounds in alignment with patient experience standards

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience in an ICU or progressive care setting
• Advanced assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage vasoactive drips

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a Level 2 trauma center or similarly accredited facility (Stroke, STEMI, or Bariatric certifications a plus)
• Familiarity with Meditech electronic documentation system
• Experience floating to a Telemetry Unit
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with strong interpersonal communication skills

Why Join Us

• Join a recognized, award-winning unit at a facility holding multiple accreditations including Level 2 Trauma, Stroke, STEMI, and Certified Bariatric Center designations
• Expected 48 hours per week may be available, offering strong earning potential throughout your 13-week seasonal assignment

About Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Founded and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Concentric Healthcare Staffing specializes in healthcare employment with an emphasis in nursing and allied health. Our passion is to develop partnerships with our clients and become an integral part of your staffing solution. Concentric representatives understand your need for continuity of care and work to ensure that every staffing solution we provide is as unique as your facility.

To provide the skilled and talented personnel that today’s medical field demands, Concentric Healthcare offers a top flight registry service that provides staff 24/7. Your facility can enhance their recruiting process by taking advantage of the temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct placement services of our fully screened professionals.

Concentric Healthcare is proud to be recognized by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) with the JCAHO Gold Seal of Approval for the Health Care Staffing Services program. JCAHO certification acknowledges compliance with the Joint Commission’s national set of consensus-based quality standards and demonstrates a commitment to excellence in providing health care staffing.

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