PCU RN
Kansas City, MO
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,066/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Title
Travel RN – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown – Night Shift
Location
Kansas City, Missouri
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Full-Time | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | 3 shifts per week | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care on a 16-bed Stroke and Brain Progressive Care Unit with a 4:1 patient ratio
- Monitor and manage patients requiring telemetry and cardiac drip administration
- Perform neurological assessments and deliver stroke-focused patient care
- Utilize unit equipment including telemetry monitors, Welch Allyn VS machines, Hoyer lift, Sarah Steady Lift, bladder scanner, and Doppler
- Document patient care accurately using the Meditech electronic documentation system
- Fulfill weekend shift requirements (3–4 weekend shifts per contract period) and float to other areas within demonstrated competency as needed
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Missouri or compact state eligibility
- Minimum 1 year of RN experience in a PCU, stepdown, or IMC setting
- Current NIHSS certification
- Current ACLS certification
- Current BLS certification
- Demonstrated stroke experience and telemetry competency
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience managing cardiac drips in a progressive care or stepdown environment
- Neurology nursing background or experience on a dedicated stroke unit
- Familiarity with basic dysrhythmia interpretation
- Prior travel nursing experience
Why Join Us
- Join a unit recognized for high employee engagement and a collaborative, experienced team
- Work in a well-equipped environment with modern technology supporting quality patient care
Employer
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
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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