Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,110 per week in Overland Park, KS
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Overland Park
Posted on: January 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit Location: Overland
Park, KS Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,110 per week Shift
Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working
with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Overland Park,
Kansas, 66215! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN
Specialty: Progressive Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 07:00 -
19:00 Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 1 year License:
Registered Nurse Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH Must-Have: ACLS,
BLS, NIH Description: The Progressive Care Unit cares for patients
with moderate physiologic instability requiring support. Examples
of patient conditions include COPD exacerbation, pneumonia, CHF,
and trach patients. Patients in this unit are hemodynamically
stable and require cardiac and respiratory monitoring and
management every 2-4 hours. The level of care on this unit is more
intensive than that provided in standard Medical/Surgical Units but
less than that of the ICU. This unit specializes in the care of
cardiac and pulmonary patients. Nursing interventions must be
performed at a frequency of every 3-4 hours. Vital signs must be
monitored every 4 hours. Continuous cardiac monitoring is required.
Blood glucose monitoring should occur every 4 hours. Neurological
monitoring is needed at any frequency as determined by assessment.
The unit utilizes various types of equipment including Alaris
pumps, Kangaroo pumps, and monitoring systems. Computers are
available in every room for documentation purposes. The
documentation system in use is Meditech. The unit operates with a
staffing ratio of 1 nurse to 4-5 patients. There are two Patient
Care Techs and one Unit Secretary available on the unit.
Self-scheduling includes three weekend shifts per four-week
schedule. There are no on-call requirements. Floating policies
prioritize travelers, then PRN staff, then regular staff. Patient
experience focuses on courtesy, respect, and teamwork in patient
care. Advanced skills in telemetry care are essential. The unit
provides oxygen therapy using various modalities including nasal
cannula, BIPAP/CPAP, and AirVo. Unit guidelines and policies must
be adhered to, which include specific standards of care and nurse
performance expectations. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to
new facilities and teams challenges your problem-solving skills.
You learn to navigate different protocols and procedures, honing
your ability to think critically and adapt to varying healthcare
contexts. Each assignment introduces you to new colleagues,
mentors, and professionals in the healthcare industry. Building a
diverse professional network can open doors to future career
opportunities and collaborations. Some travel nursing agencies
provide opportunities for continuing education, allowing you to
expand your knowledge base and stay updated on the latest
advancements in healthcare. Step out of your comfort zone and face
new challenges, fostering personal resilience and adaptability.
Travel nursing becomes a transformative journey that shapes not
only your career but also your character. With a constant demand
for healthcare professionals, travel nurses often enjoy job
security. The ongoing need for qualified nurses ensures a steady
stream of opportunities in various locations. Requirements Required
for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty
Exam 29157829EXPTEMP
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