PCU Float Registered Nurse
Kansas City, Missouri
Saint Luke's North Hospital - Barry Road Campus

Registered Nurse – PCU Float (Travel/Contract)

Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with float responsibilities across Medical-Surgical/Telemetry units including Emergency Department inpatient holds
• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (18:45 – 07:15)
• Patient Ratio: 1:5
• Weekend Requirement: 8 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period (Friday/Saturday/Sunday combination)
• Guaranteed Hours: Minimum 3 shifts per 13 weeks
• Block Scheduling: Not accommodated
• Local Candidates: Accepted
• Pending License: Not accepted
• Return to Office (RTO) Restrictions: No more than 7 days

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Progressive Care Unit (PCU), with PCU experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• ACLS certification
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

Additional Job Requirements

• Must float within scope to all Medical-Surgical/Telemetry units including Emergency Department inpatient holds
• Holiday shifts and charge nurse assignments as needed
• On-call: Not applicable

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • Criminal background check within 6 months, including statewide and nationwide searches
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG quarterly checks
  • Education verification of highest nursing degree
  • State-specific searches and registries as applicable
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • Drug testing within 1 year, including comprehensive drug panel
  • Fit mask testing (N95) annually, with specific mask models accepted
  • Immunizations and titers: Tdap, TB testing (2 negative PPDs or equivalent), Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (with boosters or declination if applicable)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season
• Facility-Specific Documents:

  • Photo for badge (head and shoulders, white background, no obstructions, taken within 6 months)
  • HIPAA acknowledgement, confidentiality form, latex allergy questionnaire, hand hygiene policy, fingernail policy, dress code policy, regulatory compliance education (annual quiz with 80% passing score)
  • Orientation modules completed through online platform (approx. 16 hours) prior to start
• Competency Exams:

  • Unit-specific competency exam annually
  • Medication/pharmacology competency exam
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (new contracts only)
  • Oncology competency exam for Med Surg-Oncology unit (if applicable)
• References: Two professional references required, preferably supervisors within the last year

Summary

This is a travel Registered Nurse position on a Progressive Care Unit with night shifts and float responsibilities across multiple inpatient units including telemetry and emergency holding areas. The role requires a minimum of 2 years RN experience, specific certifications (ACLS, BLS, NIHSS), and a broad skill set in cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and IV therapy care. Candidates must meet comprehensive background, health, and competency requirements and be prepared for weekend and holiday shifts. Local candidates are accepted, and first-time travelers are welcome.