Job Description:

Provide specialized nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in a General Pediatric ICU during a 13-week travel contract. This role includes caring for children with complex needs, monitoring changes in condition, administering treatments, and supporting families throughout the patient’s stay. The assignment offers 12-hour night shifts, with a blocked schedule available for Friday–Sunday or Saturday–Monday when aligned with unit needs. First-time travelers are welcome, and local candidates may be considered. PALS and BLS are required, with at least two years of PICU experience; TNCC is appreciated but not required. A schedule built around three consecutive nights may leave room to enjoy Columbia by day.

Weather:

Columbia typically offers crisp, cool conditions around this time of year, with comfortable daytime temperatures, colder evenings, colorful foliage, and occasional rain. Layered clothing and a light jacket are useful for exploring the city and surrounding areas.

Fun Things To Do:

• Outdoor Escape: Walk or bike the MKT Trail and explore its wooded scenery.

• Local Leisure: Visit Stephens Lake Park for walking trails, water views, and open green space.

• Arts and Culture: Browse downtown Columbia’s galleries, shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues.

• Day Trip—Kansas City: Spend a day enjoying museums, shopping, dining, and local attractions.

• Day Trip—St. Louis: Explore the city’s museums, parks, neighborhoods, and riverfront attractions.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Columbia, Missouri

Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM

Duration: 48 hours per week for 13 weeks

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits including life insurance, accident, etc.
• Referral Program
• Housing Options
• Continuing Education Program
• 401(k)
• License and Certificate Reimbursement
• Paid Bereavement Leave