Travel PCU Float RN - $2,253 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: 12/07/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse for a PCU Float position requiring 2 years of recent specialty experience and both Kansas and Missouri or compact RN licensure.

Details

• PCU Float position within a telemetry/progressive care setting including MS/Tele, Cardiac Telemetry, ER Holding, Neuro Stepdown, and PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown units
• 13-week assignment on night shift, 3x12 hours (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Weekend requirement of 8 shifts within Saint Luke's 6-week schedule period, a combination of Friday/Saturday/Sunday
• Holiday shifts and Charge RN assignments required as needed per unit
• Regular floating required between departments, units, and facilities as needed
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active RN license required; both Kansas and Missouri licenses or compact license must be in hand at time of consideration due to floating requirements
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of recent specialty experience required, with a full year of in-specialty experience within the past 12 months and no employment gaps greater than 90 days
• Charge RN experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Epic charting system experience preferred
• Skills required: cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia management, telemetry monitoring (on-unit and remote), use of rapid response/code teams, IV therapy including central line, peripheral line, and PICC line care, blood product administration, phlebotomy, IV insulin protocols, feeding tube care, pre/post hemodialysis management, heparin protocols, cardiac drip management, procedural sedation administration/monitoring, CVA care, peripheral nerve block catheters, total joint replacement care, surgical drain management, chest tube management, CPAP/BiPAP and high flow nasal cannula management, tracheostomy care, isolation precautions/PPE, and wound care/wound vac
• Preferred skills include port accessing/management and chemotherapy monitoring
• Two professional references required, one from a supervisor or above and one from a charge RN, both from within the past year

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care across a range of cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and post-surgical conditions in a fast-paced progressive care environment
• Candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be eligible for consideration
• Maximum RTO of 7 days, which must be finalized at time of consideration
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Returning staff must have a 3-month break in service if previously employed for 18 months or more, and permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• No local candidates accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.