PCU RN
Kansas City, MO
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,142/weekOverview
- Start Date09/21/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel PCU RN opportunity in Kansas City, MO: bring your acute care, telemetry, and stroke nursing skills to a fast-paced Progressive Care Unit supporting neuro and brain care patients.
Bring your critical care skills to a fast-paced Progressive Care Unit in Kansas City, Missouri, a vibrant metro known for its welcoming neighborhoods, great dining, live music, and easy access to entertainment and culture. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers the chance to support stroke and neuro patients in a well-equipped unit while working alongside a collaborative healthcare team. If you thrive in an acute care environment and enjoy making a real impact every shift, this travel nurse opportunity is for you.
Job Details
- Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Step-Down / Telemetry
- Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (Travel RN)
- Location: Kansas City, MO 64132
- Start Date: 09/21/2026
- End Date: 12/21/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Hours: 36 hours per week
- Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
- Schedule: 3 shifts per week; weekend rotation required
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,910-$2,010
- Unit Focus: Stroke and brain care
Registered Nurse Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- At least 1 year of recent acute care, PCU, telemetry, or step-down experience
- Strong stroke nursing and neurology experience
- Experience with telemetry monitoring and cardiac drips
- Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
- Ability to work night shifts and participate in weekend scheduling
- Comfortable adapting to floating assignments within areas of demonstrated competency
PCU RN Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care to Progressive Care Unit patients with stroke and neurological needs
- Monitor telemetry, cardiac drips, and changes in patient condition
- Perform timely assessments, interventions, and documentation in the electronic medical record
- Support patient safety, care coordination, and effective communication with the healthcare team
- Utilize unit equipment and technology to promote efficient, patient-centered care
- Maintain a professional, team-oriented approach in a high-engagement acute care environment
Apply now to join a rewarding Kansas City healthcare travel nursing assignment and make a difference in PCU stroke and neuro care.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Kansas City, MO
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Kansas City, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Kansas City is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 89°F, and the average low in winter is around 20°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Kansas City, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Kansas City is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar, but a car is often necessary for getting around the city and its suburbs.
- Kansas City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a sizable population of travel nurses due to the city's numerous healthcare facilities.
- Kansas City offers a vibrant food scene with numerous BBQ restaurants, jazz clubs, and museums to explore.
- The city also has opportunities for outdoor activities and sports, making it a lively and engaging place to live.
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