LTAC Telemetry Registered Nurse
Kansas City, Missouri
[CLOSED] Kindred Hospital - Kansas City
$718-720/weekIDR Healthcare will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Job Opportunity: RN - LTAC (Travel Position)
Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
The LTAC/Telemetry Registered Nurse is responsible for providing patient care using the Nursing Process in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies. The role requires critical thinking, scientific judgment, and leadership to ensure safe delivery of care. Responsibilities include maintaining clinical competencies through continuing education, delegating patient care priorities based on staff education and experience, and supervising assigned personnel delivering patient care.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Missouri
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Minimum of 2 years of Long Term Acute Care experience
- Long Term Acute Care experience within the last year
- Telemetry experience
- ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
- BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
Contract Length
- 6 months
Additional Information
- Facility setting includes LTAC/Telemetry units
- Work schedule, EMR system, and other operational details to be provided during the interview process
- Candidates must use the specified submission template to be considered
This position requires a registered nurse with solid clinical experience and appropriate certifications to provide high-quality care in a specialized LTAC/Telemetry setting.
About Kansas City, MO
As a Travel Telemetry Nurse in Kansas City, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Kansas City is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 89°F, and the average low in winter is around 20°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Kansas City, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Kansas City is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar, but a car is often necessary for getting around the city and its suburbs.
- Kansas City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a sizable population of travel nurses due to the city's numerous healthcare facilities.
- Kansas City offers a vibrant food scene with numerous BBQ restaurants, jazz clubs, and museums to explore.
- The city also has opportunities for outdoor activities and sports, making it a lively and engaging place to live.
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