Medical ICU 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 (RN)
• Unit: Adult ICU Cluster (Primary), Med Surg (Secondary)
• Shift: Every other weekend, 50% holidays required
• Floating: Required between Adult ICU and Med Surg
• Patient Ratios: 1:2

Experience Requirements

• Solid ICU experience in a large facility or academic center is required.
• First-time travelers are accepted if they have strong ICU experience.
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated, but implied solid ICU experience is necessary (recommend at least 2+ years ICU experience).
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required; first-time travelers accepted.

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA or ARC Provider card required for all RNs.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for ICU RNs.
• ABLS (Advanced Burn Life Support): Required.
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit or specialty (check with recruiter if applicable).

Compliance & Background Checks

• 7-year background check required within 60 days of start.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG exclusions checks required within 60 days.
• International background checks required if candidate has traveled outside the USA in the last 7 years.
• State-specific searches (Missouri FCSR and EDL) required within 60 days.
• Drug screening: Negative 7-panel drug test within 60 days of start.
• NURSYS verification required within 60 days.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (must be initiated within 48 hours of signing).
• Fit mask test valid within 1 year (not required for some non-clinical roles).
• Immunizations/vaccinations required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or approved exemption).
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (annual updates required).
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 MMR vaccines required.
  • Hepatitis B series or positive titer required (declinations no longer accepted for new candidates).
  • Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required.
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31).

Additional Requirements

• 2 professional references within the last 2 years required.
• Resume must include at least 7 years of employment history with no gaps over 30 days.
• Photo for badge (new candidates only).
• Completion of facility-specific forms and acknowledgments within 60 days of start.

Summary

This is a travel/contract RN position in a large academic medical center ICU setting with a 13-week contract. The role requires solid ICU experience but welcomes first-time travelers. Certifications such as BLS, ACLS, and ABLS are mandatory. Comprehensive background checks, immunizations, and health screenings are required to comply with facility and state regulations. The position involves floating between Adult ICU and Med Surg units with a 1:2 patient ratio and weekend/holiday coverage.