Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse - $2,943 per week

American Traveler; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Travel and licensure reimbursements

Non-taxed per diem and subsidy

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift in Kansas City, MO. The position requires an active MO or compact RN license and at least 2 years of recent PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown experience. Pay is weekly and includes a tax-free stipend as applicable.

Responsibilities include managing complex post-surgical cardiac and vascular patients, performing nursing duties on a 26-bed PCU with 1:4 care, floating as needed, and Epic charting. No on-call required.

Qualifications

• Active MO or compact RN license at consideration
• Minimum 2 years of PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown nursing experience
• One full year of specialty experience in past 12 months with no >90 day gap
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Skills: dysrhythmia interpretation, rapid response, pacemaker management, cardiac drips/titration, chest tubes and drains

Responsibilities

• Work in a tertiary care hospital PCU with thoracic and vascular post‑op patients
• Night shift schedule: four 12‑hour shifts per week (18:45–07:15)
• Patient ratio 1:4 on a 26-bed unit
• Weekend shifts required within 6-week schedule (Fri–Sun)
• Care for complex post‑surgical cardiac/vascular patients with comorbidities
• Epic charting; Epic experience preferred
• Floating within service lines as directed by facility needs
• Charge RN responsibilities and holiday coverage

Skills

MO license

PCU experience

ACLS

BLS

NIHSS

nursing assessment

cardiac care

telemetry

Job description

Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse - $2,943 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
• Start Date: 01/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 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 managing complex post-surgical cardiac and vascular patients, requiring a MO or compact RN license and at least 2 years of recent specialty experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a tertiary care hospital PCU specializing in thoracic and vascular post-operative patients
• Night shift schedule with four 12-hour shifts per week (18:45-07:15)
• Patient ratio is 1:4 on a 26-bed unit
• Weekend requirement is 8 shifts within each 6-week schedule period, including Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
• Patients include those recovering from CABG, valve replacements, aortic aneurysm repairs, thoracotomy/VAT, carotid endarterectomy, TAVR, and others with complex co-morbidities
• Floating required within service line and across all MICC units as needed
• Epic is used for electronic charting; previous Epic experience is preferred
• No on-call requirement
• Care for complex post-surgical cardiac and vascular patients, including those with advanced heart failure, renal disease, and diabetes
• Must be willing to float within service lines and units as directed by facility needs
• Expect charge RN responsibilities and holiday shift coverage as needed
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Scrub color required is navy
• No travel partners are accepted for this position
• Request for time off must not exceed 7 days
• Free parking is provided

Requirements

• Active MO or compact RN license must be in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown nursing experience required
• One full year of specialty experience within the past 12 months and no employment gap greater than 90 days in the past year
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Skills required: dysrhythmia interpretation and management, use of rapid response teams, pacemaker management, pre/post cardiac cath and surgery care, titration of insulin and cardiac drips, wound and central line care, blood product administration, tracheostomy management, and non-invasive airway management
• Must be able to manage cardiac drips, titrate vasoactive drips, care for chest tubes, and handle various surgical drains
• Two professional references from the past year required, including one from a supervisor-level or above
• Home address must be at least 75 miles from the facility
• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-650261. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.