RN Progressive Care Unit/Medical Intermediate (Telemetry)
Lee's Summit, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,177/weekOverview
- Start Date06/22/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care155 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a community hospital, requiring at least 2 years of recent specialty experience and both Missouri and Kansas RN licenses in hand.
Details
- 13-week contract at a 240-bed community hospital with a 16-bed ICU
- Med/Surg Telemetry unit with a 1:5 patient ratio
- Post-catheterization patients are part of the patient population
- Telemetry monitoring performed directly on the unit
- Charting via Epic EMR
- Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 18:45–07:15
- 8 weekend shifts required per 6-week scheduling period, consisting of a combination of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday shifts
- Floating between departments, units, and facilities may be required on a regular basis
- No on-call requirements
- Free parking available
Requirements
- Active Missouri (MO) RN license or Compact RN license currently in hand — both Kansas (KS) and Missouri (MO) licenses must be in hand prior to start due to floating requirements
- Current BLS and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg Telemetry specialty experience required
- At least 1 full year of in-specialty experience within the past 12 months, with no employment gap greater than 90 days in the past year
- Telemetry monitoring experience required
- Epic EMR experience
- Candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be eligible
- 2 professional references required: one must be supervisor-level or above, the second may be a Charge RN — all must be from individuals who have worked with the candidate within the past year
- SSN required for consideration
Additional Information
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Navy scrubs required
- Charge RN assignments may be required as needed per unit
- Holiday shift coverage is expected as needed
- RTO is capped at 7 days for the duration of the contract
- Block scheduling is not available for this position
- Travel partners are not accepted for this position
- Pre-compliance modules averaging 10–15 hours are required and must be completed prior to the start date
Facility
Saint Luke's East - Lee's Summit

- Short Term Acute Care
- 155 beds
Employer
American Traveler
68 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah has been beyond incredible throughout this whole process! Patient, supportive, willing to take a chance, knowledgeable, and just a great person!
Cons
If she has one, I’ve yet to find it.
Recommends working with 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.
Lee's Summit, MO
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