PCU Registered Nurse
Kansas City, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position caring for complex surgical and trauma patients, requiring a MO or compact RN license and 2 years of recent specialty experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) within a hospital setting
• Patient population includes those with bariatric, urology, hepatobiliary, colorectal, surgical oncology, and trauma-related needs
• Typical cases include post-bariatric surgery, TURP/TURBT with CBI, nephrectomy, ileal conduit creation, liver resection, ostomy management, serial wound debridements with Wound Vac
• Night shifts, three 12-hour shifts per week from 18:45 to 07:15
• Mandatory 8 weekend shifts every 6 weeks
• Regular floating required between departments, units, and facilities as needed
• No on-call required
• Responsibilities include caring for complex surgical, trauma, and wound care patients; managing wound vacs, ostomies, and various surgical drains
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• No travel partners allowed for this assignment
• Maximum of 7 days of requested time off permitted
• Drug screening is required; diluted or positive screens not cleared by the MRO result in cancellation and a 6-month wait before reapplying
• Pre-employment and annual modules must be completed, generally prior to start
• Facility may offer an assignment without a formal interview

Requirements

• Active MO or compact RN license required at the time of consideration
• Two years of recent PCU or MS/Tele specialty experience required
• Must have a minimum of one year of in-specialty experience within the past 12 months with no gap in employment greater than 90 days
• Certifications required: BLS and NIHSS
• Pending license accepted for consideration
• At least two recent professional references are required, including one from a supervisor or above and another from a charge RN, both from within the past year
• Candidates must live at least 75 miles from the facility; locals are not accepted

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