Travel Contract

PCU Telemetry RN
Kearney, NE
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,470/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,470/week

Description

Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU/Stepdown in Kearney, Nebraska

Travel RN opportunity in Kearney, NE: join a collaborative Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / stepdown team in an acute care hospital and strengthen your clinical skills while providing exceptional patient care in central Nebraska.

Job Details

  • Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown
  • Location: Kearney, Nebraska
  • Setting: Acute care hospital
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
  • Schedule: Every other weekend required; first to float; up to 2 additional mandatory shifts per 6 weeks
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,200-$2,320
  • Charting System: EPIC
  • Unit Size: 21 beds
  • Patient Ratio: 1:4
  • Floating: May float to Med Surg; may float to ICU for PCU patient status only

Job Requirements

  • PCU/telemetry experience required
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • Active BLS certification
  • Active ACLS certification
  • Active NIHSS certification
  • Experience caring for post-cath lab patients preferred
  • Comfortable with travel nursing, floating, and scheduled weekend rotations
  • Strong assessment, critical thinking, communication, and time-management skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality patient care in a Progressive Care Unit / stepdown environment
  • Monitor and assess patients with varying acuity levels and changing clinical needs
  • Administer medications, treatments, and interventions according to care plans
  • Collaborate with physicians, charge nurses, and the interdisciplinary care team to support safe outcomes
  • Care for post-cath lab patients as needed
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation in EPIC
  • Adapt to assignment changes, including floating to designated units when required
  • Support a patient-centered, team-oriented culture on the unit

Why Consider This Travel Nursing Job?

  • Competitive weekly pay for PCU RN travel jobs
  • Opportunity to expand your acute care and stepdown nursing experience
  • Supportive hospital environment with a collaborative care team
  • Central Nebraska location with a welcoming community

Apply now to take the next step in your travel nursing career in Kearney, Nebraska!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #509356. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PCU

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About Kearney, NE

As a Travel Telemetry PCU Nurse in Kearney, NE here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Kearney's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 87°F, and in winter, average lows are around 13°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals can be found in Kearney, but availability may vary.
  • It's advisable to start the search early.
Transportation
  • Kearney is car-friendly with easy navigation and ample parking.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Kearney has a diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to seasonal allergies.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Kearney offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
  • It also has art galleries, museums, and music events.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games, and outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing are popular.
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