Pediatric Registered Nurse
Kansas City, Missouri
Children's Mercy Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Position involves covering RN duties while staff are trained on EPIC system.
• Shift: Day Shift, 7 PM to 7 AM (12-hour shift)
• Must be licensed to work in Missouri (Kansas license preferred).
• Experience required with patient types including:

  • Endocrinology (DKA/Diabetes management)
  • Pulmonology (Cystic Fibrosis)
  • Neurology
  • Tracheostomy

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated, but must have experience with specified patient types.
• Prior travel experience is required. (Travelers must have travel experience.)

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA only, HeartCode accepted, RQI not accepted
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA only, HeartCode accepted, required for all RNs except Case Managers
• Additional certifications that may be required depending on role:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA only, not required for RRT or OR
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) – AHA 8th Edition Advanced Certification, as required
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) – Required for ER/Peds ER
  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) – Required for Behavioral Health Techs and RNs in Crisis Center
  • RRT Tech Certification – Required if applicable

Licensure

• Must be licensed in Missouri (KS license preferred).
• NURSYS verification required for all RNs.
• State License 1 Verification (Primary Source Verification) required.

Compliance and Background Checks

• Government issued photo ID required on person during hours of service.
• Background check within 3 months of start, including:

  • Every county worked or lived in past 7 years
  • Sex offender search
  • Statewide search for Missouri and Kansas
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated every 6 months.
• Missouri Highway Patrol Check required.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam (initial and annual) attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Immunizations and documentation required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (2-step PPD or equivalent)
  • Rubeola (Measles) – proof of 2 vaccines or titers
  • Mumps – proof of 2 vaccines or titers
  • Rubella – proof of 2 vaccines or titers
  • Hepatitis B – documentation of 3 vaccines, titer, or declination
  • Varicella – proof of 2 vaccines or titers
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccine (2025-26) or medical/religious exemption (exemptions require agency-specific form; declinations not accepted)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start (not required annually).
• Respirator Safety Clearance or Respirator Questionnaire as applicable.

Additional Requirements

• Completion of facility-specific forms including health form, TB questionnaire, medication review packet, and parking permit request prior to start.
• Pass/Fail testing on EKG/Medication dosage with 100% passing score during orientation (3 attempts allowed).
• Pediatric pharmacology and competency exams required.
• Color blindness testing required for clinical candidates.
• References: 2 supervisory references or performance evaluations verified within 1 year of start.
• Employment application and pediatric skills checklist required.

Notes

• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate.
• This is a pediatric-focused role requiring experience and certifications relevant to pediatric care.
• The role supports staff training on EPIC, so flexibility and adaptability are important.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and healthcare workers considering this travel RN position in Missouri.