ER Registered Nurse
Columbia, Missouri
University of Missouri Hospital

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room (ER)

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

Job Overview

• Work in a Level 1 Trauma, Stroke, and STEMI Emergency Department (ED) with a Pediatric ED inside the main ED.
• Float between ED and ED Observation units (Psych center associated but no float there).
• Night shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (18:45 – 7:15), totaling 36 hours/week.
• Requires working 50% of holidays and every other weekend.
• Rotating shifts, holiday work, and work during inclement weather required.
• Physically active role requiring ambulating, reaching, and moving objects over 20 lbs.
• Exposure to patients with contagious illnesses.
• Must be able to work full shifts, take call, and work assigned weekends and holidays.
• No local candidates within 50 miles accepted.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri.
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience, with ED experience within the last year required.
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification.
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) certification.

Required Background and Screening

• 7-year background check within 60 days of start, including alias/all names, counties lived/worked/school, national and federal criminal searches, sex offender search, social security trace, and exclusions lists (EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG).
• International background check if candidate traveled outside the USA in the last 7 years (exceptions for military on US ships without foreign stationing).
• Missouri Family Care Safety Registry (FCSR) or Missouri Caregiver search must be on file within 60 days before starting (cannot start with both pending).
• Drug screening: Negative 7-panel drug test within 60 days of start.
• Photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID) required.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (agency form acceptable).
• Fit mask test valid within 1 year (3M 1870+, 1860R, 1860S, or 9205). Annual renewal required.
• Immunizations/vaccinations:

  • Tdap (Tetanus/Diphtheria) within 10 years or approved medical/religious exemption.
  • Negative TB test (QGold, TSpot, or 2-step PPD) within 1 year; annual updates required. Positive TB requires chest x-ray and INH treatment documentation or facility-specific recommendation.
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 MMR vaccines (at least 1 after 1980). No declinations or religious exemptions accepted; medical exemptions require facility approval.
  • Hepatitis B series or positive/reactive titer required; boosters required for low titers. Declinations no longer accepted for new candidates after 7/1/2023.
  • Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required; no declinations or religious exemptions accepted; medical exemptions require facility approval.
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (10/01 – 03/31).

Documentation and Compliance

• Resume with minimum 7 years employment history, no gaps over 30 days, including education details.
• Two professional references within the last 2 years.
• Completion of facility-specific forms including Access and Confidentiality Agreement, New Hire Packet, and others as required.
• Must complete all required competency exams and safety acknowledgments.

Physical and Work Environment

• Active role requiring physical stamina and ability to handle patient care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Exposure to infectious diseases and need for adherence to infection control protocols.
• Facility operates 24/7; flexibility for shift changes and holiday coverage mandatory.

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required; first-time travelers with trauma experience are accepted.
• Candidates must be able to work at the assigned location for the full contract term.
• Must be able to work substantial portions of assigned shifts and meet all attendance requirements.