Travel Contract

PCU RN
Kansas City, Missouri
Saint Luke's North Hospital - Barry Road Campus

$2,191-2,205/week
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PCU Registered Nurse

Overview

  • Travel/Contract role in Kansas City, Missouri
  • Night shift: 3x12 hours, 18:45–7:15
  • 36 hours per week
  • Ratios: 1:5
  • Contract length: 13 weeks
  • First-timers accepted
  • Holiday shifts and Charge RN assignments may be needed as required by the unit
  • Regular floating may be required between departments, units, and facilities as needed

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Missouri
  • PCU - Progressive Care Unit (2 years of experience)
  • PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience within the last year
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association
  • BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association
  • NIHSS
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Experience with cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation
  • Experience with management of dysrhythmias
  • Experience with telemetry on-unit monitoring
  • Experience with telemetry remote monitoring
  • Experience with rapid response teams
  • Experience with post-angiogram care
  • Experience with post-MI care
  • Experience with pre/post cardiac catheterization care
  • Experience with IV insulin protocols
  • Experience with feeding tube care and management

Preferred

  • Previous charge experience
  • Teaching hospital experience
  • Supervisors within the last year are preferred for references

Skills / Clinical Experience

  • MS/Tele, Telemetry, Cardiac Telemetry, ER Holding, Neuro Stepdown, PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown
  • Cardiac monitoring and emergency response, including dysrhythmia interpretation and management
  • Telemetry unit monitoring and remote monitoring
  • Rapid Response Team use
  • Post-cardiac care, angiogram, post-MI, pre/post cardiac cath, pre/post cardiac surgery
  • IV insulin protocols
  • Feeding tube care and management
  • Pre/post hemodialysis management
  • Blood product administration, central line care/management, phlebotomy, peripheral line care/management, PICC line management, starting IVs
  • Heparin protocols
  • Cardiac drips management, including titration
  • PCA
  • Procedural sedation administration
  • CVA care
  • Peripheral nerve block catheters
  • Total joint replacements
  • Surgical drains
  • Chest tubes, external CPAP/BIPAP, HFNC, nasal cannula, oxygen face masks, non-invasive airway management, tracheostomy management
  • Isolation precautions
  • Wound care and wound vac

Additional Notes

  • 8 weekend shifts required in each 6-week schedule period, with a combination of Friday/Saturday/Sunday
  • No on-call requirement
  • Block scheduling not available
  • Local candidates are not accepted; home address must be at least 75 miles from the facility
  • Pending license not accepted
  • RTO limit: no more than 7 days
  • Guaranteed hours: 3 shifts per 13 weeks

Facility

Saint Luke's North Hospital - Barry Road Campus

Saint Luke's North Hospital - Barry Road Campus
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  • Short Term Acute Care
ADDRESS5830 Northwest Barry RoadKansas City, MO 64154
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About Kansas City, MO

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Kansas City, MO here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Kansas City is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up well with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 89°F, and the average low in winter is around 20°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Kansas City, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
Transportation
  • Kansas City is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
  • Public transportation options include buses and a streetcar, but a car is often necessary for getting around the city and its suburbs.
Demographics
  • Kansas City has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
  • There is a sizable population of travel nurses due to the city's numerous healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
  • Kansas City offers a vibrant food scene with numerous BBQ restaurants, jazz clubs, and museums to explore.
  • The city also has opportunities for outdoor activities and sports, making it a lively and engaging place to live.
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