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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a night-shift RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) stepdown role requiring NE or compact RN licensure and ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.

Details

• Acute care stepdown unit (PCU) with 35 beds
• Patient population includes adults and geriatrics with cardiac, nephrology, stroke, and diabetes diagnoses, including continuous EEG monitoring
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4-5
• Uses Epic EMR
• 12-hour night shifts scheduled 0630-1900 and 1830-0700
• 36 guaranteed hours per week over a 13-week assignment
• Required to work every other weekend and every third holiday
• No call or standby requirements
• Floating required to medical floors, ICU, or rehab as needed
• Charge Nurse present on each shift
• Nurse aides/patient care techs available at 1:10 or 2:20 ratios

Requirements

• Active NE state or compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Must be comfortable titrating drips such as Cardizem, beta blockers, and seizure medications
• Driver's license required at time of consideration to confirm residence location
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care on a fast-paced stepdown unit, including drip titration and continuous EEG monitoring
• Must demonstrate strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to succeed in this environment
• Orientation includes a first week of onboarding followed by 1-2 days of unit-specific orientation
• Must pass a pass/fail open-book exam with a 90% score during orientation week
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply may result in contract termination
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, as verified by driver's license
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year
• Limited RTO allowed, with a maximum of 7 days requested upfront per 13-week contract; no additional RTO approved after submission