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CCU Registered Nurse
Columbia, Missouri
Landmark Hospital of Columbia

$1,647-1,900/week

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Location: Columbia, Missouri
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Hours per Week: 36

Requires 2 years of current, strong LTAC (Long-Term Acute Care) nursing experience
Skills needed: tracheostomy care, ventilator management, IV drips
Patient ratios typically 1:5-6 due to LTAC setting
Every Other Week (EOW) schedule
Local candidates accepted as travel

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri
Minimum 2 years of Coronary Care Unit (CCU) experience, with at least some experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Experience in a Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) setting
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Proficient in tracheostomy care and ventilator management skills

Unexpired government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver’s license or state ID)
Background checks within 1 year, including SS trace, county searches (7 years), nationwide sex offender search, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and sex offender search (all required within 30 days of start)
High school diploma or equivalent
Primary source verification of state license and NURSYS verification prior to start
Signed acknowledgment of facility orientation, safety manual, dress code, and key clinical policies
Physical exam within 12 months prior to start
Fit testing for N95 mask within past year (updated annually)
Immunizations/vaccinations or documented exemptions required for:
- Tdap (Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis)
- Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (2 vaccines or positive titer; exemptions apply for candidates born before 1957)
- Hepatitis B (series, positive titer, or declination)
- Varicella (2 vaccines, positive titer, or history of chickenpox)
- Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season (Nov 1 – Mar 31)
- COVID-19 vaccination or declination
Negative TB test (2-step PPD, Q-Gold, T-SPOT) or chest X-ray within 6 months prior to start; 2nd PPD can be completed onsite if needed
Drug screen within 12 months prior to start
Two professional references within 3 years of hire
Employment application and skills checklist required

Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests required as applicable
Photo for badge with clear background required
Candidate must review and complete onboarding and orientation packets
Missouri-specific electronic driver’s license search required within 30 days prior to start

This position is ideal for experienced RNs with LTAC skills seeking a night shift travel contract in Missouri.

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ADDRESS604 North Old Highway 63Columbia, MO 65201

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Columbia, MO is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Columbia experiences hot summers with average highs of 87°F and lows of 68°F, and cold winters with average highs of 38°F and lows of 20°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Columbia, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's student population and frequent short-term visitors.

Transportation

Columbia is car-friendly with well-maintained roads, and public transportation options include buses operated by the city's transit system.

Demographics

Columbia has a diverse population with a mix of students, families, and professionals.
Common health issues may include allergies due to seasonal changes.
Columbia has a large population of travel nurses due to its medical facilities and university.

Things to Do

Columbia offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the city's parks, trails, and nearby conservation areas.

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