Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Overland Park, KS
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit float pool position requiring a current KS or compact license, BLS, and NIHSS certification.

Responsibilities

• Work in a float pool across Med/Surg Intermediate and PCU departments at multiple metro campuses
• Patient ratio is typically 1:5
• Care involves MS/Tele, Cardiac Telemetry, and Neuro Stepdown patient populations
• Night shifts consisting of 3x12 hours from 18:45 to 07:15
• Required to work at least 8 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule, including a combination of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• No on-call requirements
• Will use specialized equipment including 12 lead EKG, AirVo, Voalte, and Omnicell
• May be assigned charge RN duties or required to work holiday shifts based on unit needs
• Will receive assignments as needed and not have a dedicated home unit
• Expected to float among roughly five different units and between campuses as needs dictate
• Opportunities for first-time travelers are available
• Maximum of 7 days of requested time off (RTO) permitted
• No travel partners are accepted for this position
• Completion of initial and annual modules (5-8 hours on average) required before starting
• Negative drug screen required prior to assignment; diluted or positive results will result in cancellation with a 6-month waiting period before reapplication

Requirements

• Active KS or compact RN license, with both Kansas and Missouri licensure or compact required due to floating expectations
• BLS and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications required; ACLS certification preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of recent specialty experience with at least 1 year in specialty within the past 12 months and no employment gap greater than 90 days
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, pre/post cardiac cath, as well as patient care for sepsis, wound care, renal failure, stroke, AFIB, GI bleeding, ETOH, SI, and COVID
• Two professional references required, including one supervisor or above from the past year
• Must live more than 75 miles from the facility; local candidates within radius are not accepted
• Pending licenses will not be considered

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts