CCU Registered Nurse
Joplin, Missouri
Landmark Hospital of Joplin

Registered Nurse (CCU) - Travel/Contract

Location: Joplin, Missouri
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in a Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) setting requiring strong skills with tracheostomies, ventilators, and drips.
• Patient ratios can be 1:5-6.
• Weekend block day shifts available.
• Schedule: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM).
• Local candidates considered same as travel.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Missouri.
• Minimum 2 years of Coronary Care Unit (CCU) experience, with at least 1 year of recent CCU experience.
• Experience in a Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) setting.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Proficient in tracheostomy care and ventilator management.
• Valid Driver's License.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Unexpired government-issued photo ID.
• Background check within 1 year, including SS trace, county searches (7 years), nationwide sex offender search, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG checks.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Primary source verification of state license prior to start.
• NURSYS verification prior to start.
• Signed acknowledgment of orientation safety manual and facility policies.
• Physical exam within the last 12 months.
• Fit testing for N95 mask within the past year (updated annually).
• Immunizations/vaccinations: Tdap, Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Flu seasonal vaccination or declination during flu season, COVID-19 vaccination or declination.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 6 months prior to start (2nd PPD can be completed onsite if needed).
• Drug screen within the last 12 months.
• Completion of TB questionnaire within 6 months prior to start.
• Two professional references within 3 years of hire.
• Employment application and skills checklist required.
• Missouri-specific electronic driver’s license search within 30 days prior to start.

Additional Notes

• Orientation and onboarding packets must be reviewed and completed.
• Dress code and key clinical staff policies must be reviewed.
• Medical or religious immunization exemption forms available if applicable.

Shift Details

• Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM).
• Weekend block day shifts available.

This position is ideal for experienced LTAC RNs with strong critical care skills seeking a travel contract in Missouri.