Registered Nurse IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Registered Nurse - IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Location:

Kansas City, MO

Schedule / Job Type:

Full-time, nights, 12-hour shifts

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in the IMC, PCU, and Stepdown units.
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, manage dysrhythmias, and respond to emergency situations using rapid response teams.
• Administer medications, including cardiac drips, PCA, and procedural sedation, following protocols.
• Perform IV therapies, blood draws, and manage central lines, PICC lines, and other vascular access devices.
• Care for patients with cardiovascular, neurological, endocrine, gastrointestinal, renal, and respiratory conditions.
• Follow strict isolation precautions, wound care protocols, and patient safety procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• RN license in good standing in Kansas or Missouri (compact license preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years recent experience in a cardiothoracic, neuro, or IMC/Stepdown setting.
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications.
• Proficiency in telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and emergency response.
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts with flexibility for floating between units.

Preferred Experience / Skills:

• Previous charge nurse or teaching hospital experience.
• Knowledge of oncology chemotherapy monitoring and advanced IV therapy.
• Experience with various ventilator management and complex patient care.
• Familiarity with POCUS, wound vacs, and advanced patient assessments.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work in a well-respected hospital with a focus on patient care excellence.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive scheduling with guaranteed hours and flexible assignment options.

Warnings:

• Do not include personal names or contact details.
• Do not disclose pay rates or specific facility names.
• Only references from recent supervisors or charge RNs are acceptable.
• Candidate must have at least 75 miles from the facility to be considered local.
• Travel and float requirements may be necessary based on facility needs.