Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,029 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Overland Park
Posted on: March 7, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Overland Park, Kansas. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 04/06/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel PCU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift | Travel Nurse – Overland Park, KS (66213) Travel Nurse opportunity: PCU Registered Nurse (RN), Night Shift, 13-week travel assignment in Overland Park, KS — Epic and PCU/telemetry experience required. Take your nursing career to the next level with a rewarding 13-week travel assignment as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse in Overland Park, KS (66213). Join a collaborative team in a 30-bed acute med-surg/step-down unit with a strong focus on rehabilitation and telemetry monitoring. Overland Park is a vibrant suburb of Kansas City, known for excellent schools, beautiful parks, and a welcoming community—ideal for travel nurses seeking professional growth and a high quality of life. Job Details - Position: PCU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift (Travel Assignment) – Progressive Care Unit / Step-Down Nurse - Location: Overland Park, KS 66213 (Kansas City area, Kansas nursing jobs, travel nurse jobs) - Assignment Length: 13 weeks (April 6, 2026 – July 6, 2026) - Shift: 12-hour nights (19:00 – 07:30), 36 hours per week - Unit: SLS Rehab: Step-Down / PCU (30 beds, average census 24–30) - Patient Ratio: 1:6 (all shifts) - Weekend Requirement: Minimum 8 weekend shifts per 6 weeks - Floating: Regular floating between departments/units/facilities as needed - Charting / EMR: Epic (Epic experience required) — telemetry and Epic documentation experience preferred - Scrub Color: Navy blue - Orientation: 12 hours (plus required modules) - Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,810 – $1,900 (travel nurse weekly pay) - Flu Vaccine: Required (medical/religious exemptions accepted) - COVID-19 Vaccine: Not required - Local Rule: Must live at least 75 miles from facility (locals not accepted) Job Requirements - Minimum 2 years of recent specialty experience in PCU/step-down or acute med-surg/telemetry (telemetry nurse experience required) - At least 1 year of in-specialty experience within the past 12 months with no employment gap greater than 90 days - Active RN license for Kansas and Missouri or a compact RN license in hand at time of submission - BLS certification (AHA) required - Epic EMR experience required (Epic documentation and charting) - Required clinical skills: acute inpatient rehab, telemetry monitoring (on-unit and remote), blood glucose monitoring, insulin protocols, thickened liquids, Foley catheter removal, administration of blood & blood products, central line care (PICC lines), IV start and maintenance, pulse oximetry, fall risk assessment/prevention, infection prevention, isolation precautions/PPE - Two references from the past year (one supervisor level or above, one charge RN) - Ability to complete compliance modules and pre-employment labs as required - Must be able to float between departments/units/facilities as needed - No travel partners accepted - Maximum 7 days of requested time off Responsibilities - Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in a PCU/step-down setting with a rehabilitation focus - Monitor and interpret telemetry, escalate changes in patient condition, and document accurately in Epic - Administer medications, blood products, and therapies per facility protocols - Perform and document comprehensive assessments, develop individualized care plans, and provide patient/family education - Start and maintain IVs, manage central lines/PICCs, and follow blood glucose and insulin protocols - Implement fall risk interventions, infection prevention measures, isolation precautions, and proper PPE use - Support patient mobilization, use lift equipment, and assist with rehabilitation techniques and discharge planning - Float between units/departments as needed to meet facility and patient care needs - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physical therapy, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and case management Why Join Our Team / Location This travel nurse position offers hands-on PCU experience in a supportive, collaborative setting in Overland Park — a desirable Kansas City suburb with easy access to dining, parks, and community resources. Ideal for travel nurses seeking progressive care, telemetry, and med-surg opportunities in the Kansas City area. Apply now to join a supportive clinical team as a Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse. Submit your RN license, BLS certification, Epic experience details, and references to start your travel nurse application for Overland Park, KS (66213). Take the next step in your nursing career and experience all that this thriving Kansas City suburb has to offer! Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 460617. 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: PCU About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.

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