Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,243 per week in Kansas City, MO

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: March 9, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit Location: Kansas City, MO Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,243 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 4/6/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Kansas City, Missouri, 64111! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Step Down Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 2 years in specialty required License: Active RN license required Certifications: BLS, NIHSS Must-Have: - Experience in medical-surgical and telemetry - Proficient in the interpretation and management of dysrhythmias - Experience with rapid response and code teams - Skills in feeding tube care and management - Ability to manage continuous bladder irrigation (CBI) - Competence in starting and maintaining peripheral IVs and PICC lines - Familiarity with epidural analgesia and PCA management - Experience with surgical drains and chest tubes - Knowledge of isolation precautions and wound care management Description: The primary patient population includes individuals post-bariatric surgery, urological cases, hepatobiliary procedures, colorectal surgeries, and trauma patients. Common post-operative pain control methods include epidural, PCA, ketamine drip, and lidocaine infusion. Patients may have continuous bladder irrigation or long-term catheters. A variety of drains, including Foley, JP, and chest tubes, may be utilized frequently. Many patients will require wound vacs due to their surgical procedures. Regular floating between departments may be needed to meet facility demands. The role requires weekends, with an expectation of 8 shifts every 6-week scheduling period. References and a background check will be required prior to employment. Candidates must be available for compliance modules. Drug screening and health compliance measures are also part of the hiring process. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery. Travel nurses can bring fresh perspectives to healthcare facilities, contributing ideas and insights that may lead to improvements in patient care, safety, and overall healthcare quality. Travel nurses may find themselves in challenging situations that require effective crisis management. This experience can be valuable in emergency healthcare settings and disaster response teams. Travel nursing allows you to experience different cultures firsthand. Working in new locations exposes you to unique customs, traditions, and perspectives, fostering cultural competence and enriching your personal and professional life. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29345119EXPTEMP

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