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Travel Progressive Care Telemetry RN - per week

Company:
American Traveler
Location:
St. Joseph, MO
Posted:
November 21, 2025
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Description:

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Discipline: RN

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours, days

Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Telemetry position, requiring a MO or compact RN license and ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.

Responsibilities

Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with a focus on patients needing long-term acute care treatment

Common cases include respiratory failure, osteomyelitis, complex wound care, hyperoxygenation therapy, acute kidney injury, and post-stroke care

Patient ratio is 1:5

Day shifts are 3x12 hours from 7:00 to 19:30

Float to other units as required

Every third weekend required, totaling 8 weekend shifts per contract

Self-scheduling is available

Uses EPIC EMR; experience preferred

Expected to manage care for patients with complex, acute medical needs

Must complete non-billable orientation modules via MyPath during onboarding

Team supports self-scheduling for greater flexibility

Local candidates within a 50-mile radius accepted at a reduced rate

Free parking is available on site

Requirements

Active MO or compact RN license required (pending acceptable, must be in hand before start)

Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required

Minimum 1 year of nursing experience required, 2 years preferred

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

EPIC charting experience preferred

Must provide a copy of driver’s license and SSN for consideration

Must not have been employed at facility in the past year as a traveler

Benefits

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-618895. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.

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