Pediatric Cardiovascular PICU RN
Kansas City, MO
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - PICU

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour night shifts with 36 hours per week schedule
• 13-week assignment with weekend coverage required
• Must have minimum 1 year of pediatric CICU experience as a traveler (first-time travelers not accepted)
• CICU/CVPICU experience must be clearly documented in work history
• Patient ratio of 1:2 for nights, days, and weekends
• Float as needed to cardiac med surg floor to assist with those patients
• May float between main facility and sister hospital in Overland Park, KS (approximately 12 miles southwest)
• Required certifications: BLS, PALS, CCRN, ACLS (only AHA certifications accepted, RQI not accepted)
• Must have both Missouri/compact license and Kansas license
• Pass/fail medication/dosage test given first week requiring 100% to pass (3 attempts allowed)
• Work with patient diagnoses including congenital heart defects, cardiomyopathy, arrhythmias, myo/endocarditis
• Utilize special equipment including advanced monitoring lines, atriamp, art/cvp, PA, umbilical lines
• Work with 24-bed unit providing CRRT, ECMO, VADs
• Care for patient age groups including neonates, infants, pediatrics, and adolescents
• Any kid-friendly color or pattern scrubs acceptable
• Charting system: Epic
• Free parking with permit available

Facility:

This pediatric healthcare facility has been named one of the best children's hospitals in America and operates as a Magnet-designated teaching hospital with Level I Trauma Center and Level IV NICU capabilities. The facility features 390 total staffed beds and provides comprehensive pediatric care with extensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and unit secretary services. The organization maintains smoke-free facilities and emphasizes advanced pediatric cardiac critical care services.

Location:

Kansas City, MO

Kansas City offers a vibrant metropolitan experience with excellent healthcare opportunities, known for its rich cultural scene, world-class barbecue, and affordable cost of living. The city provides a perfect blend of urban amenities and Midwest charm, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals seeking career growth in a dynamic environment.