MICU Registered Nurse
Columbia, Missouri
University of Missouri Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - MICU

Location: Columbia, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Work primarily in Adult ICU Cluster with secondary floating to Med Surg.
• Every other weekend and 50% of holidays required.
• Rotating shifts including holidays and work during inclement weather.
• Active role requiring ambulation, reaching, and moving objects over 20 lbs.
• Exposure to patients with contagious illnesses.
• Must be able to work full shifts, take call, and work assigned weekends and holidays.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri
• Minimum of 1 year of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience, with ICU experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Med Surg (Medical-Surgical) experience

Required Certifications & Licenses

• BLS: Basic Life Support (AHA or ARC Provider card).
• ABLS: Advanced Burn Life Support.
• ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA or ARC Provider card).
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment (e.g., TNCC for ER RNs starting 11/5/2024).

Physical & Work Environment Demands

• Must meet physical demands with or without accommodation.
• Active role requiring physical movement and lifting.
• Exposure to contagious illnesses.
• Facility operates 24/7, 365 days a year.

Compliance & Screening Requirements

• Background check (7 years) required within 60 days of start.
• Drug screening: Negative 7-panel within 60 days of start.
• Immunizations and health screenings required, including but not limited to:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year.
  • Tdap vaccination within 10 years or approved exemption.
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination.
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination.
  • Hepatitis B series or immunity.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season.
• Fit mask test required annually (specific mask types accepted).
• State-specific background and caregiver registry checks required.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work at assigned location for the full contract term.
• Must be able to work substantial time of assigned shifts.
• Must be able to take call and work assigned weekends and holidays.
• Photo ID and proof of eligibility to work required.
• Professional references (2) within last 2 years.
• Resume with at least 7 years of employment history or from graduation with no gaps over 30 days.
• Completion of orientation and safety manuals as required.

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required; first-time travelers with strong ICU experience are welcome.
• Floating between Adult ICU and Med Surg units is required.
• Rotating shifts and holiday work are mandatory.
• This is a travel contract position with a 13-week duration.

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