Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Columbia, Missouri
University of Missouri Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Location: Columbia, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department (ED)
• Schedule: 3x12 hour shifts with alternating weekends and holidays
• Float between ED and ED Observation units (Psych center associated but no float there)
• Facility is a Level 1 Trauma, Stroke, and STEMI ED with a pediatric ED inside the main ED

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required

  • 1st time travelers accepted only if they have Level I trauma experience
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - required
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - required
  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) - preferred
• Ability to:

  • Work at assigned location for the full contract term
  • Work the majority of assigned shifts
  • Take call
  • Work assigned weekends
  • Work at least 50% of holidays during the contract

Facility & Work Environment

• Level 1 Trauma Center with Stroke and STEMI capabilities
• Pediatric ED within the main ED
• Psych center associated but no float to psych required

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and international checks if applicable
• State-specific background checks and registrations (Missouri FCSR and Caregiver Background Screening)
• Verification of professional licenses and certifications within 60 days of start
• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year, updated annually
• Required vaccinations and titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years or approved exemption
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) - positive titer or 2 vaccines
  • Varicella - positive titer or 2 vaccines
  • Hepatitis B series or positive titer (declinations no longer accepted for new candidates)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved exemption during flu season
• Drug screening: Negative 7-panel within 60 days of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (not required for some tech roles)
• Photo for badge (new candidates only)

Additional Notes

• References: 2 professional references within last 2 years required
• Resume must include at least 7 years of employment history with no gaps over 30 days
• Skills checklist and competency exams as applicable
• Orientation and safety manual acknowledgement required
• Prior travel experience is not required for this position

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity, trauma-focused emergency department with a supportive team and diverse patient population.