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Travel/contract RN role in Kansas City, Missouri
Night shift: 3x12 hours, 18:45–7:15
36 hours per week
Contract length: 13 weeks
First-timers accepted
Regular floating may be required between departments, units, and facilities
Holiday shifts and Charge RN assignments may be needed
Weekend requirement: 8 weekend shifts in a 6-week schedule period
Local candidates are not accepted; home address must be at least 75 miles from the facility
On-call is not required
Block scheduling is not accommodated
Requested time off: no more than 7 days
Guaranteed hours: 3 shifts per 13 weeks
Ratio: 1:5, with rare flex to 1:6

Valid RN license in Missouri
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience
1 year of PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience
PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience within the last year
Renal PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience
BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association
NIHSS
Must have renal transplant, PD cath, hemodialysis, drains, TPN, wound care, diabetes encephalopathy, acute renal rejection, thymo administration experience
Cardiac Monitoring and Emergency response: Interpretation of dysrhythmias, Management of dysrhythmias, Telemetry on the unit monitoring, Use of Rapid Response Teams
IV insulin protocols
Pre/Post Hemodialysis Management, Renal failure management
Accessing Ports, Blood Product Administration, Central line care/management, Peripheral Line Care/Management, PICC line management, Starting IVs
Heparin Protocols
PCA
Nasal Cannula, Oxygen face masks
Isolation Precautions, Wound Care/Wound Vac

PCU (Renal)
Hemodialysis is not required to be performed by unit RNs because the facility has a contracted dialysis process
All transplant patients are 2:1 for 48 hours

Facility

4.6rating(12 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Saint Luke's Hospital

Anonymous

PACU - Post Anesthesia Care (RN)

Staff Position

3.0rating

Review of Saint Luke's Hospital on Aug 27, 2026

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ADDRESS4401 Wornall RoadKansas City, MO 64111

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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