Registered Nurse - PRN Seasonal
Kansas City, Missouri
As a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in line with the requirements of the department and the standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. Research Medical Center is a trauma center.
Posted Sep 28 · 1 year of experience
- Shift and hours
- Shifts may vary based on department needs Shifts may vary based on needs of the department.36 hours a week
- Unit and setting
- Emergency Room (ER), ICU, CVICU, Cardiac Specialty, Med Surg, Ortho & Spine Specialty, Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and Neuro Trauma · Hospital
- License
- RN license (RN) Registered Nurse
- Term
- 16 weeks · starts Nov 9, 2026 · Per Diem All Seasonal RNs are required to work a minimum of 72 hours per pay period (0.9 FTEs) during the seasonal period.0.9 FTE / minimum 72 hours per pay period
Do you qualify?
- License
- (RN) Registered Nurse
- Certification
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- Education
- Registered Nurse Diploma
- Experience
- At least 1 year of RN experience in a hospital environment Must have at least 1 year of RN experience in a hospital environment
- Experience
- 1 year direct nursing experience with patient population
What it pays
- Pay differential
- Staff members classified in the Seasonal Program are eligible for Critical Staffing Need Differential payments, when approved for their department and after they have completed three scheduled shifts in a week (i.e. 4th shift is paid Critical Staffing Differential)
- Bonus
- Completion bonus However, if employees are called off by the facility, then they will still be eligible for the completion bonus.if employees are called off by the facility, then they will still be eligible for the completion bonus
- Eligibility
- Not eligible for benefits except 401(k) and retirement contribution per PRN policy Seasonal Staff will not be eligible for benefits, except 401 (k) and retirement contribution per the PRN policy.
- Extra pay
- Critical Staffing Need Differential paymentswhen approved for their department and after they have completed three scheduled shifts in a week (i.e. 4th shift is paid Critical Staffing Differential)
Benefits
- BenefitsMedical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine servicesComprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- BenefitsWellbeing support, including free counseling and referral servicesWellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- BenefitsPaid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absenceTime away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Benefits401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- BenefitsTuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and partnership with Galen College of NursingEducation support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- BenefitsFertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
More benefits (14)
- Dental insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Adoption assistance
- Loan assistance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Family leave
- 401 (k) and retirement contribution per the PRN policy
The role and schedule
- Care model
- Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage
- Day to day
- Assess patient condition during admission and each shift, reporting changes promptly Assess the patient's condition during admission and each scheduled shift, promptly identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
- Day to day
- Perform procedures, monitoring, and documentation
- Day to day
- Administer prescribed medications and monitor for therapeutic or unintended response - Administer prescribed medications, monitor the patient for therapeutic response, and take appropriate action in the event of an unintended response to the medication.
- Day to day
- Respond promptly to patient requests and anticipate needs Provide exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests, proactively anticipating patient needs, and resolving them.
- Day to day
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers about medical condition, treatment plan, and medications
- Weekends
- 2 weekend shifts per 4-week period Two (2) weekend shifts are required for each 4-week period if applicable.
- Guaranteed hours
- There is no guarantee of hours by the hospital.
- Low census
- Seasonal Staff are PRN status employees and are subject to first call-off. There is no guarantee of hours by the hospital. However, if employees are called off by the facility, then they will still be eligible for the completion bonus.
- Start
- 11/9/26 - 2/27/27 Seasonal position for 11/9/26 -2/27/27
- Holidays
- 1 holiday shift during 16-week period During the 16-week period, the employee is required to work one holiday shift as defined by Department Manager or designee.
- Employment
- PRN status subject to first call-off Seasonal Staff are PRN status employees and are subject to first call-off.
- Travel
- No travel required No Travel Required
- Details
- 585+ bed hospital Research Medical Center is a 585+ bed hospital.
- Details
- 95+ bed facility Research Psychiatric Center is a 95+ bed facility.
The workplace
You would be walking into Research Medical Center, a 590-bed acute-care hospital at 2316 East Meyer Boulevard in Kansas City, Missouri. It is a Level I Trauma Center with a Comprehensive Stroke Center, a burn center, and a Neuro PCU…
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) PRN Seasonal Registered Nurse (Inpatient and ED units) you want with your current employer? We have exciting opportunities for you to join one of our hospitals in the Kansas City area which are part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.
Seasonal Position Requirements and Incentives
- Seasonal position for 11/9/26 -2/27/27
- Available Units: Emergency Room (ER), ICU, CVICU, Cardiac Specialty, Med Surg, Ortho & Spine Specialty, Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and Neuro Trauma [must have minimum one (1) year with direct nursing experience with patient population to qualify for Seasonal PRN RN openings]
- All Seasonal RNs are required to work a minimum of 72 hours per pay period (0.9 FTEs) during the seasonal period.
- Two (2) weekend shifts are required for each 4-week period if applicable.
- During the 16-week period, the employee is required to work one holiday shift as defined by Department Manager or designee.
- Seasonal Staff are PRN status employees and are subject to first call-off. There is no guarantee of hours by the hospital. However, if employees are called off by the facility, then they will still be eligible for the completion bonus.
- Seasonal Staff will not be eligible for benefits, except 401 (k) and retirement contribution per the PRN policy.
- Staff members classified in the Seasonal Program are eligible for Critical Staffing Need Differential payments, when approved for their department and after they have completed three scheduled shifts in a week (i.e. 4th shift is paid Critical Staffing Differential)
- Shifts may vary based on needs of the department.
- After the completion period has been met, employees are eligible to apply to open FT/PT/PRN vacancies.
- Current PRN employees with 0.001 or .3 FTE commitment can be considered for this program. Based on business needs, the seasonal program can be ended at any time.
- This program cannot be combined with Seasonal Incentive Program.
Must have at least 1 year of RN experience in a hospital environment
Job Summary and Qualifications
As a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in line with the requirements of the department and the standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. Collaborating with medical providers and the care team, you will provide personalized, comprehensive, and compassionate care, following established nursing models such as "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage." You will also act as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers, embodying the organization's vision, mission, and values to ensure an outstanding patient experience and positive clinical outcomes.
What you will do in this role
- Assess the patient's condition during admission and each scheduled shift, promptly identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
- Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s), and ensure thorough and timely documentation of care administration in the patient's medical record. - Administer prescribed medications, monitor the patient for therapeutic response, and take appropriate action in the event of an unintended response to the medication.
- Provide exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests, proactively anticipating patient needs, and resolving them.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers about the patient's medical condition, treatment plan, medications, possible side effects, and follow-up measures, ensuring complete understanding by translating complex medical terminology.
What qualifications you will need
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- (RN) Registered Nurse
- Registered Nurse Diploma
No Travel Required
Benefits
Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.
Research Medical Center is a 585+ bed hospital. Our hospital offers an array of medical and health clinic services. This includes women's services offering obstetrics and fertility, an emergency room, and a trauma center. We offer a Stroke Center, a walk-in clinic, and orthopedics across three Kansas City locations. Our specialty care areas include a Chest Pain Center, Level I Trauma Center, Breast Care Center, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Programs, and Primary Stroke Center. We are one of 10 HCA Midwest Health hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas
Research Psychiatric Center is a 95+ bed facility. We offer acute inpatient, day treatment, and community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare. We treat adolescents, adults, and senior adults for emotional disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse. Our professional staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed professional counselors. We are committed to delivering our patients skilled compassionate care regardless of age or circumstance.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Nurse - PRN Seasonal opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status
What's around it?
Kansas City, MOFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 8% below the US average
- Median rent
- $1,238/mo
- Household income
- $69,166/yr, all local households, not nurse pay