Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Columbia, Missouri
University of Missouri Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Columbia, Missouri
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of RN experience (must have Level I trauma experience if first-time traveler)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required; 1st time travelers accepted with trauma experience
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Float: Yes, between Emergency Department (ED) and ED Observation
• Unit Type: Level 1 Trauma, Stroke, and STEMI ED with Pediatric ED inside the main ED
• Psych Center: Associated but no floating to psych required

Certifications Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or ARC Provider card required
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – Required for ER and Pediatrics
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – Required for all RNs
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) – Required for all pre-start ER RNs as of 11/5/2024
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) – Preferred, especially for Psych/Behavioral Health RNs; can be completed onsite if not obtained prior to start

Additional Preferred Certifications

• NIH Stroke Certification – Preferred but not required for Neuro ICU and Medical Surgical-Neuro

Job Requirements & Responsibilities

• Work every other weekend and 50% of holidays
• Must be able to float between ED and ED Observation units
• Must have current certifications as listed above
• Must be able to work in a Level 1 trauma center environment

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Checks: 7-year background check required within 60 days of start, including alias search, counties lived/worked, national criminal, sex offender, social security trace, and international checks if applicable
• State-Specific Checks: Missouri Family Care Safety Registry (FCSR) or Caregiver Background Screening required within 60 days
• Licensure: Primary source verification of RN license required within 60 days
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year (updated annually)
  • Immunizations/vaccinations including Tdap (within 10 years), MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Varicella, Hepatitis B (series or titer), and seasonal flu vaccine or approved exemption
  • Drug screening (7-panel) within 60 days of start
  • Fit mask test within 1 year of start (not required for some tech roles)
• Photo for Badge: Required for new candidates only
• References: Two professional references within last 2 years required
• Resume: Must include 7 years of employment history with no gaps over 30 days, education details, and contact information

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract RN position in a Level 1 trauma ED setting in Columbia, Missouri. Candidates must have at least 2 years of RN experience with Level I trauma experience preferred for first-time travelers. Required certifications include ACLS, PALS, BLS, and TNCC. The role involves floating between ED and ED Observation units, working every other weekend and 50% of holidays. Comprehensive background checks, health screenings, and documentation are mandatory for compliance.