Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Columbia, Missouri
University of Missouri Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Columbia, Missouri
Facility: University of Missouri Hospital

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Schedule:

  • 50% of holidays and weekends
  • Every other weekend
• Patient Ratios: 1:2
• Float Assignments: ICU and Medical-Surgical units
• Experience: 1 year experience acceptable
• Preferred Experience: ICU experience with strong Neuro checklist; Stroke experience required
• Certifications Required:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) preferred

Required Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS: Required for ICU and critical care areas including Cath Lab, CCU, CVICU, Endo/GI, ER, GI Lab, ICU, Interventional Radiology, L&D, MICU, Neuro ICU, PACU, SICU, Tele.
• BLS: Required for all RNs.
• CPI: Required for Psych/Behavioral Health RNs; preferred for others. Onsite course available if not obtained prior to start.
• NIH Stroke Certification: Preferred but not required for Neuro ICU and Med Surg Neuro.
• Other Certifications: May be required depending on specialty (e.g., PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM).
• Competency Exams: Medication/Pharmacology and other competency exams as applicable.

Experience & Skills

• ICU experience with strong neurological skills and stroke care required.
• Ability to float between ICU and Med Surg units.
• Patient ratio of 1:2.

Compliance & Background Requirements

• Background Check:

  • 7-year background check required within 60 days of start.
  • Must include alias/all names search, counties lived/worked/school, national federal, sex offender, social security trace, FACIS III/OFAC.
  • International background checks required if candidate traveled outside the USA in last 7 years.
• State-Specific Checks: Missouri FCSR and EDL searches required within 60 days.
• Drug Testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 60 days of start.
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start.
  • Fit mask test within 1 year (not required for some tech roles).
  • Immunizations/vaccinations including:

    • Tdap (within 10 years or approved exemption)
    • Negative TB test or chest x-ray (updated annually)
    • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
    • Hepatitis B series or titer (declinations not accepted for new candidates)
    • Varicella immunity or vaccination
    • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved exemption (required during flu season)
  • COVID-19 vaccine no longer required as of 11/21/2023.

Documentation & Verification

• Licenses:

  • State license primary source verification within 60 days of start.
  • NURSYS verification required within 60 days.
• References: Two professional references within last 3 years required (non-clinical roles).
• Resume: Must include 7 years of employment history with no gaps over 30 days; education details; contact info.
• Photo: Forward-facing, head and shoulders, neutral background photo required for new candidates.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must initiate background checks, health screenings, and required forms within 48 hours of signing.
• Some certifications and documentation are time-sensitive and must be completed prior to or shortly after start date.
• Facility-specific forms and agreements must be signed before starting.
• Candidates with positive TB must provide proof of treatment or complete facility-specific recommendations.
• Candidates unable to pass fit mask testing must notify supervisor and may have restrictions on COVID patient care.

This position offers a dynamic ICU/Med Surg float role with a focus on neurological and stroke patient care in a reputable hospital system. Candidates should be prepared for a fast-paced environment with a commitment to compliance and certification standards.