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 guaranteed<br>• 13-week assignment with ASAP start date<br>• Must have minimum 1 year of travel experience - first-time travelers not accepted<br>• Pediatric CICU/CVPICU experience required and must be clearly documented in work history<br>• Patient ratios of 1:2 for days, nights, and weekends<br>• May float to Cardiac med surg floor as needed and between sister facilities in Kansas City, MO and Overland Park, KS (approximately 12 miles apart)<br>• Required certifications: BLS, PALS, ACLS, CCRN (only AHA certifications accepted, RQI not accepted)<br>• Must have both Missouri and Kansas state nursing licenses or compact license<br>• Medication/dosage test given first week requiring 100% pass rate with 3 attempts allowed<br>• Work with pediatric patients with congenital heart defects, cardiomyopathy, arrhythmias, and myo/endocarditis<br>• Operate advanced equipment including CRRT, ECMO, VADs, and advanced monitoring lines<br>• Scrub requirements: Any kid-friendly color or pattern<br>• Charting system: Epic<br>• Weekend coverage required with self-scheduling</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 status and Level IV NICU capabilities. The facility features 390 total staffed beds including a 24-bed CICU unit and provides comprehensive pediatric care for patients ranging from neonates to adolescents. The hospital offers extensive interdisciplinary support services including IV teams, respiratory services, rapid response teams, and specialized interpretation services to ensure optimal patient outcomes.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong></p><p>Kansas City, MO</p><p>Kansas City offers a vibrant metropolitan experience with a rich cultural scene, excellent dining, and numerous entertainment options including world-class barbecue and jazz music heritage. The city provides an affordable cost of living while maintaining big-city amenities, making it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and quality of life.</p>