Travel PCU RN - Telemetry & Ventilator Care - $2,195 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Kansas City, Missouri. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline : RN Start Date : 11 / 17 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, nights Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift position requiring strong ventilator skills and a MO or compact RN license. Responsibilities Work in the PCU within a tertiary care, level 1 trauma, teaching hospital Patient population includes pulmonary stepdown, intermediate care, ventilated trach patients, COPD, and high acuity respiratory cases Assignments may include ratios of 1 : 4, with rare flexing up to 1 : 6 patients Specialized procedures include endobronchial valve management and care of ventilators Use of advanced respiratory equipment including Airvo, BiPAP pulmonary valve, CPAP, high flow nasal cannula, and tracheostomy management Night shifts are 3x12 hours from 18 : 45 to 07 : 15 Weekend requirement is 8 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule, including Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays Regular floating between departments, units, and facilities as needed Uses Epic EMR; experience preferred No on-call required Provide care for a diverse range of pulmonary, neurological, and cardiac stepdown patients in a high-acuity environment No travel partners accepted for this position Navy scrubs are required Free parking is available onsite Up to 7 days of requested time off may be approved per contract Pre-employment drug screening and compliance modules are required prior to start Completion of pre-start modules, with additional orientation modules included during onboarding Facility may offer positions without a formal interview, but interviews can be arranged if requested First-time travelers are welcome to apply Requirements Active MO or compact RN license must be in hand Minimum of 2 years recent specialty experience in PCU or similar setting At least 1 year of in-specialty experience within the past 12 months with no employment gap greater than 90 days Certifications required : BLS and NIHSS Strong recent ventilator experience required Skills required : MS / Tele, telemetry, cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation / management, central / PICC / peripheral line care, blood product administration, cardiac drips (no titration), heparin protocols, PCA, pre / post hemodialysis management, feeding tube management, and isolation precautions Ability to float between various departments and facilities is required Submission of two recent professional references, one supervisor level or above and one charge RN, is required for consideration Candidates must live at least 75 miles from the facility; locals not accepted Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-621185. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.