American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Kansas City, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/26/2026
• 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 PCU Float position requiring a MO or compact license and the ability to float between units and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) float role across various departments and facilities
• Patient population includes telemetry, cardiac, neuro stepdown, post-cardiac, and post-surgical cases
• Nights, 3x12 hour shifts (6:45 p.m. – 7:15 a.m.)
• Patient ratios are 1:5
• Weekend requirement includes 8 weekend shifts in each 6-week schedule block, combination of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• Regular floating between departments, units, and facilities is required
• Responsibilities include management of cardiac and neuro stepdown patients, cardiac drips (with and without titration), feeding tubes, chest tubes, wound care, and rapid response participation
• Must adhere to isolation precautions, manage central and peripheral lines, and handle emergency cardiovascular situations
• Charge RN assignments and holiday shift coverage required as needed by the unit
• Home address must be at least 75 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• No travel partners accepted for this assignment
• No more than 7 days of requested time off allowed
• Completion of required facility training modules before and during assignment is expected
• Drug screening is required prior to start; those not cleared must wait 6 months before reapplying
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Requirements

• Active MO or compact RN license in hand prior to consideration
• Minimum 2 years recent specialty experience in PCU or similar settings with at least 1 year in the specialty within the last 12 months and no employment gaps over 90 days
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Proficiency in cardiac monitoring, telemetry, IV therapy, phlebotomy, emergency response, and post-cardiac/procedure care
• Experience in hospital settings including MS/Tele, ER holding, neuro stepdown, and cardiac telemetry
• Ability to float between units and facilities as needed
• Two references required: one supervisor level or above and one charge RN, both from the past year

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-652268. 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

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