PCU RN
Overland Park, KS
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Job Title

Travel RN – Progressive Care Unit / Telemetry (Days)

Location

Overland Park, KS | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Days, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for patients with moderate physiologic instability, including those with COPD exacerbation, pneumonia, CHF, and tracheostomy needs on an 18-bed Progressive Care / Telemetry unit
• Perform and document continuous cardiac monitoring and respiratory monitoring and management every 2–4 hours
• Administer and manage oxygen therapies including nasal cannula, BiPAP/CPAP, and AirVo; conduct vital signs assessment every 4 hours
• Monitor blood glucose levels every 4 hours and perform neurological monitoring including NIHSS assessments at any required frequency
• Utilize Alaris pumps, Kangaroo pumps, Pyxis, and Meditech documentation system; document all nursing interventions at least every 3–4 hours
• Participate in self-scheduling, including 3 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule, and adhere to unit floating policy as applicable to travel staff

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in the state of Kansas or compact state eligibility
• ACLS certification required
• BLS certification required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a PCU, Telemetry, or Step-Down setting

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience caring for cardiac and pulmonary patient populations in a step-down or intermediate care environment
• Familiarity with Meditech electronic health record documentation system
• Experience with BiPAP/CPAP management and advanced oxygen therapy modalities

Why Join Us

• Work within a collaborative, team-oriented unit supported by PCTs and unit secretarial staff, with access to modern equipment and technology in every patient room
• Projected start date of August 17, 2026 provides ample time to plan your next travel assignment