PCU Stepdown RN
Omaha, NE
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position at a Level I Trauma Center in Nebraska, requiring telemetry experience, active NE or Compact RN license, and a minimum of 2 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• PCU (stepdown) unit in an acute care, Level I Trauma Center
• 55-bed unit located on the 4th Floor East Wing
• Adult patient population; pediatric patients are rare and are 15 years of age or older
• Common diagnoses include CVA, TIA, shortness of breath, COVID, subdural hematoma, and generalized weakness
• Common medications and drips include PCA pumps for pain management, cardizem, and insulin
• RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4 on both day and night shifts
• 12-hour night shifts (1830–0630)
• Every other weekend required
• EMR: Epic
• IV pumps: Alaris
• Floating required, ideally to med/surg areas based on highest unit need
• 13-week contract
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, as determined by the address on their driver's license
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity Health, within the past year — candidates who worked PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered
• During orientation, RNs must pass an open-book, pass/fail exam with a minimum score of 90%; failure to pass results in contract termination
• Navy blue scrubs required; artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas
• Support staff includes nursing assistants, charge nurses, an educator, care managers, social workers, dieticians, and PT/OT
• Mechanical lifts are available in every other room
• Hourly rounding and patient responsiveness are key focus areas on this unit
• Successful candidates are self-directed, able to manage a busy day independently, and work well in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

Requirements

• Active NE or Compact (NLC) RN license — must be active at time of consideration; pending licenses will not be accepted
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS — all must be active; pending certifications will not be accepted
• Telemetry competency required
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• A valid driver's license is required for consideration and will be used to verify the candidate's permanent address
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire

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