Registered Nurse - CVPICU @ Childrens Mercy Hospital

<p><strong>RN Position Job Notes:</strong></p> <p>Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.</p> <p><strong>Opportunity:</strong></p><p>RN - PICU</p><p><strong>Job Details:</strong></p><p>• Work 12-hour night shifts with 36 hours per week OR 4x12s for 48 hours per week<br>• 13-week assignment duration<br>• Must have minimum 1 year of pediatric CICU/CVPICU experience<br>• Must have at least 12 months of experience in a traveler setting - first-time travelers not accepted<br>• Patient ratios of 1:2 for days, nights, and weekends<br>• May float to cardiac medical surgical floor to assist with patients<br>• Float required as needed between main facility and sister hospital in Overland Park, KS (approximately 12 miles southwest)<br>• Required certifications: BLS, PALS, ACLS (only AHA certifications accepted - RQI not accepted)<br>• Must have both Missouri or compact license AND Kansas license<br>• Work with patient age groups including neonates, infants, pediatrics, and adolescents<br>• Care for patients with congenital heart defects, cardiomyopathy, arrhythmias, and myo/endocarditis<br>• Utilize advanced monitoring equipment including art/cvp, PA lines, and umbilical lines<br>• Work with specialized equipment including CRRT, ECMO, and VADs<br>• Pass mandatory medication/dosage test in first week with 100% score required (3 attempts given)<br>• Scrub color: any kid-friendly color or pattern<br>• Charting systems: Cerner and Epic experience required<br>• Weekend coverage required<br>• Free parking with permit provided</p><p><strong>Facility:</strong></p><p>This renowned children&#39;s hospital has been named one of the best children&#39;s hospitals in America and operates as a Magnet-designated, teaching facility with Level I Trauma Center and Level IV NICU capabilities. The facility features 390 total staffed beds and includes a 24-bed CICU unit. The hospital provides comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and unit secretaries. The facility maintains smoke-free campus policies and emphasizes advanced pediatric cardiac care.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong></p><p>Kansas City, MO</p><p>Kansas City offers a vibrant metropolitan area known for its rich cultural scene, excellent barbecue cuisine, and affordable cost of living. The city provides numerous entertainment options, professional sports teams, and a thriving healthcare community, making it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and quality of life.</p>