Progressive Care (Stepdown) Registered Nurse
Kearney, NE
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - PCU Stepdown

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour day shifts from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
• Patient ratios of 1:4-5 for both day and night shifts
• Every other weekend requirement
• Minimum of 2 holidays required during contract timeframe
• Must pass open book exam during orientation with 90% score to continue
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Must be competent with arterial lines
• Required to titrate drips including Heparin, Nitro, Dopamine, Cardizem, Amiodarone, and insulin
• Must read and interpret telemetry strips independently
• Navy blue scrub color required
• Floating requirements to Med/Surg or ICU for PCU acuity patients
• One day of unit-specific orientation provided
• Care for adult patients with cardiac med/surg, dialysis, cancer, vascular, sepsis, respiratory, stroke, post-stent, post-pacer placement, and renal failure diagnoses
• Work with equipment including overhead lifts, portable lifts, vein finders, bladder scanners, and high flow oxygen
• EPIC charting system used
• Must live outside 50-mile radius and cannot be employed with CommonSpirit facilities
• Valid driver's license required at submittal
• Artificial nails prohibited - removal required or contract termination
• Hospital can cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment

Facility:

This healthcare organization operates a 40-bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with an average daily census of 24 patients. The facility serves diverse cultural populations and maintains Level 2 trauma designation. The organization focuses on patient experience scores, responsiveness, hospital environment, and communication about medications. The facility values team players who are flexible, adaptable, and possess strong communication skills while providing care in an acute care setting.

Location:

Kearney, NE

Kearney offers a welcoming community atmosphere in central Nebraska with a low cost of living and strong sense of community. The city provides excellent recreational opportunities including parks, trails, and cultural attractions, making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle in a friendly, supportive environment.