Job Title
Travel RN – Emergency Room
Location
Kansas City, MO | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 13 Weeks | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Expected 36–48 hours/week
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in a 38-bed Emergency Department encompassing three main areas: Rapid, Main, and a psychiatric-safe pod
- Operate and monitor specialized equipment including ventilators, BiPAP, EKG, arterial lines, Belmont rapid infusers, and chest tubes
- Perform and assist with procedures such as port placement and chest tube management
- Utilize Meditech EMR for accurate and timely documentation of patient care
- Apply de-escalation techniques and prioritization skills in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
- Float to a sister Emergency Department location as needed per unit guidelines
Required Qualifications
- Active RN licensure valid in the state of Missouri (or compact eligibility)
- Minimum 1 year of Emergency Department experience
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Demonstrated skills in prioritization, time management, and patient de-escalation
- Ability to meet weekend and holiday commitments: minimum 4 weekend shifts and 2 Fridays per 4-week schedule, plus 2 major and 2 minor holidays
Preferred Experience / Skills
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification preferred
- Experience with Meditech EMR
- Strong team collaboration and communication skills in a high-volume ED setting
- Experience caring for psychiatric patients in an emergency setting
Why Join Us
- Work in a dynamic, multi-area Emergency Department with exposure to a broad range of acuity levels and specialized procedures
- Projected start date of July 2026 with a 13-week engagement offering a structured travel nursing opportunity in a well-established facility