Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Kearney, NE
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit position requiring competency with arterial lines and strong titration skills.

Responsibilities

• Acute care, 40-bed stepdown Progressive Care Unit
• Adult patient population with cardiac, med/surg, renal failure, vascular, sepsis, stroke, post-stent, post-pacer, and cancer diagnosis cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4-5 on both day and night shifts
• 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend required
• RNs titrate drips such as heparin, nitro, dopamine, cardizem, amiodarone, and insulin
• RNs read and interpret their own telemetry strips
• Equipment includes high flow oxygen, overhead lifts, portable lifts, vein finders, and bladder scanners
• Uses Epic EMR
• Floating required to MedSurg or ICU to care for PCU-acuity patients
• Holiday coverage required for at least two holidays falling within the contract
• Scrub color is navy blue
• Artificial nails are prohibited for all patient care staff
• Orientation consists of one 12-hour unit-specific shift
• Patient care tech ratios are 1:12; unit has charge nurses on every shift
• Unit values flexibility, strong communication, and adaptability
• Serves a culturally diverse patient population, primarily Hispanic and Somalian
• Maximum of 7 days requested time off (RTO) permitted per 13-week contract, all requested upfront; additional RTO will not be approved after submission
• First-time travelers not specified

Requirements

• Active NE or Compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU or stepdown experience
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required (no pending certifications accepted)
• Competency with arterial lines required
• Must pass an open-book skills exam with at least 90% during orientation
• Must provide a copy of a valid driver’s license for radius determination
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• Cannot be currently employed full-time, part-time, or PRN at any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility
• At least two professional references: one from a recent supervisor (last 12 months) and another from a peer or supervisor (last 3 years)

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts