Registered Nurse Emergency Room

Job Title

Travel RN – Emergency Room

Location

Kansas City, MO | Acute Care – Emergency Department

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Mid Shift (3:00 PM – 3:00 AM) | Expected 48 hours/week may be available

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a high-volume Emergency Department across multiple care areas including Rapid, Main, and a psychiatric-safe pod
• Operate and monitor specialized equipment including ventilators, BiPAP, EKG, arterial lines, Belmont rapid infuser, and chest tubes
• Perform and assist with procedures such as port placement and chest tube management
• Utilize Meditech EMR for accurate and timely documentation
• Apply de-escalation techniques when managing behavioral health and high-acuity patients
• Float to a satellite Emergency Department location as needed per unit guidelines

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid for practice in Missouri
• Current BLS certification required
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively and manage time in a fast-paced emergency setting
• De-escalation training required
• Minimum weekend commitment: 4 weekend shifts and 2 Fridays per 4-week schedule; 2 major and 2 minor holidays required

Preferred Experience / Skills

• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification preferred
• Experience in a multi-area or high-volume Emergency Department environment
• Familiarity with Meditech EMR
• Demonstrated team-oriented, patient-focused approach with strong attention to detail

Why Join Us

• Work in a well-staffed, structured Emergency Department with a collaborative team environment across multiple specialized care areas
• Gain diverse clinical experience with exposure to a broad range of procedures and acuity levels in an active urban emergency setting