PCU Registered Nurse
Overland Park, KS
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,181/weekOverview
- Start Date11/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care100 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift position requiring a Kansas and Missouri or compact RN license and 2 years of recent telemetry specialty experience.
Details
- Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a hospital setting
- Unit cares for cardiac telemetry, MS/tele, neuro stepdown, and gastrointestinal patients
- Involves cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and pre/post cardiac catheterization care
- 13-week assignment on night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45-7:15)
- Floating required between departments, units, and facilities as needed
Requirements
- Active RN license - Kansas and Missouri or Compact required in hand at time of consideration
- Current certifications: BLS, NIHSS, ACLS preferred
- Minimum 2 years of recent specialty experience, including a full year within the past 12 months with no employment gaps greater than 90 days
- IV therapy/phlebotomy skills required
- Experience accessing/managing ports, blood product administration, and central line care/management preferred
- Feeding tube care and management experience preferred
- Cardiac sheath removal experience preferred
- Two professional references required: one supervisor-level and one charge RN, both from within the past year
- Social Security number required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and cardiac care to a progressive care patient population
- Previous charge nurse experience preferred
- No travel partners accepted for this assignment
- Local candidates within a 50-mile radius are not accepted
- Maximum of 7 days RTO permitted, finalized at time of consideration with no changes after submission
- Returning staff must have 18 months of experience with a 3-month break in service
- Former permanent employees of BJC or Saint Luke's must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
- Pre-start compliance includes EPIC, infusion pump, and glucose meter training modules completed before start date
Facility
Saint Luke's South Hospital

- Short Term Acute Care
- 100 beds
Employer
American Traveler
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Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
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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.
About Overland Park, KS
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Overland Park, KS here's what you should know:- Overland Park's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Summer highs average around 89°F, while winter lows can drop to around 20°F.
- Be prepared for hot summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Overland Park, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Overland Park is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are available but may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- Overland Park has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to seasonal pollen.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Overland Park offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and well-known chains.
- The city has a thriving arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can take advantage of numerous parks and recreational facilities for outdoor activities.
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