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RN ICU

Location: Kansas City, Missouri Employment Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Hours per Week: 36 Guarantee: 48-hour guaranteed option

Unit Overview

Unit: ICU (32 beds)
Patient Ratio: 2:1
Unit Secretary Coverage: 0730-0000
Schedule: 3 twelve-hour shifts; every other weekend (or 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule period)
Floating Policy: Floats to like units, including NSICU, Cardiac Telemetry units, Progressive Care Unit, Burn Unit, and ED Inpatient Overflow, and other units as hospital needs require

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Missouri
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
At least 1 year of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience, with ICU experience within the last year
ACLS certification
BLS certification
NIHSS certification
Experience working with trauma patients
Experience working with cardiac patients
Experience working with surgical patients
Experience working with stroke patients
Experience with ventilator management
Experience with hemodynamic monitoring
Experience with chest tube management
Experience with immediate post-operative care
Experience with IV administration of vasoactive medications

Procedures Performed on Unit

Chest tube placement
Ventriculostomy
Moderate sedation
CRRT
Therapeutic hypothermia
ECMO
Arterial line and central line placement

Unit Highlights

Comprehensive Stroke Center
Level 1 Trauma Center
MICU (16 beds) and SICU (16 beds)

Dress Code

Tops: Navy scrub top (no t-shirts)
Bottoms: Navy or black scrub bottoms
Jackets: Navy, white, or black (solid colors)
Undershirts: Navy, white, or black (solid colors)

Facility

Research Medical Center

3.4rating(67 reviews)

4 nurses recommend working with Research Medical Center

Anonymous

MRI Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

Contract Position

5.0rating

Pros

This MRI department is amazing! The nurses there are awesome! My experience there was exceptional! The patient care was outstanding!!

Cons

The pay was the only thing that was lacking. But that is what it was! No regrets about working there! Also the housing situation was not great. But that has nothing to do with the facility!

Review of Research Medical Center on Sep 3, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
456 beds

ADDRESS2316 East Meyer BoulevardKansas City, MO 64132

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About Kansas City, MO

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Kansas City, MO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

The average high in summer is around 89°F, and the average low in winter is around 20°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Kansas City, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.

Transportation

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.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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