Outpatient Clinic RN – Autism & Neurodevelopmental Triage
Columbia, Missouri
Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Columbia, Missouri
Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Role: RN Clinic Triage for Autism and Neurodevelopmental clinic
• Responsibilities: Triage phone calls related to autism and neurodevelopmental concerns
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year of RN experience
• Pediatric experience preferred but not required
• Open to first-time travel nurses (no prior travel experience required)

Required Experience

• Specialty Experience: At least 1 year as a Registered Nurse
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required

Certifications & Licenses

• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required for all RNs (AHA or ARC Provider card)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): May be required depending on assignment area; check specifics if applicable
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): Preferred for pediatrics but not mandatory for this role
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program): Not required for this role
• State RN License: Valid Missouri RN license with primary source verification within 60 days of start
• NURSYS Verification: Required within 60 days of start
• Other certifications (e.g., CHEMO, TNCC, EFM) are not required for this position

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 60 days of start
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG exclusion screenings required within 60 days of start
• International background check required if candidate has traveled outside the USA in the last 7 years
• Missouri-specific background checks (MO FCSR or MO Caregiver search) must be completed and on file within 60 days of start
• Drug screening: Negative 7-panel drug test required within 60 days of start
• Physical exam: Must be completed within 1 year of start and initiated within 48 hours of signing
• Fit mask test: Valid fit test within 1 year of start required (not required for some non-clinical roles)
• Immunizations and health screenings:

  • Tdap vaccination within 10 years or approved exemption
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year (annual updates required)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination required
  • Hepatitis B series or positive titer required (declinations not accepted for new candidates)
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination required
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)

Documentation & Other Requirements

• Photo for badge (new candidates only)
• Employment application/resume with at least 7 years of employment history, no gaps over 30 days
• Two professional references within the last 2 years
• Skills checklist updated annually
• Completion of facility-specific forms including confidentiality agreements and caregiver screening forms
• Orientation safety manual acknowledgement and HIPAA compliance

Additional Notes

• This position is a travel/contract role with a 13-week assignment length
• Pediatric experience is preferred but not mandatory
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply; prior travel experience is not required

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and healthcare workers considering this Registered Nurse travel assignment in Columbia, Missouri.