Progressive Care Unit RN
Kearney, NE
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

PCU RN - Night Shift

Location: Kearney, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 12-hour night shifts (1830-0630)
• Hours Guaranteed: 36 hours per week
• Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Beds: 40 beds (average daily census 24)
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4-5 (both days and nights)
• Orientation: 1 day unit-specific orientation
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: Minimum of 2 holidays during contract
• Floating: Required to float to MedSurg or ICU for PCU acuity patients
• Dress Code: Navy Blue scrubs

Required Experience & Certifications

• Specialty Experience: Minimum 2 years of unit experience in PCU or similar setting
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Competencies:

  • Competent in Arterial Lines
  • Ability to titrate drips (Heparin, Nitro, Dopamine, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Insulin)
  • Must read and interpret telemetry strips independently
  • Experience with high flow respiratory equipment troubleshooting

Patient Population & Care Focus

• Adult patients with cardiac med/surg, dialysis, cancer, vascular issues, sepsis, respiratory conditions, stroke, post stent, post pacer placement, and renal failure
• Diverse cultural populations primarily Hispanic and Somalian
• Focus on patient experience, responsiveness, communication about medications, and teamwork

Additional Requirements & Notes

• Must pass a 90% score on a pass/fail open book exam during orientation
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas
• Driver’s license required to verify candidate location within 50-mile radius
• No full-time, part-time, or PRN employment with certain affiliated facilities allowed
• Overhead lifts available in half the rooms, plus portable lifts, vein finders, and bladder scanners
• Nurse aids/patient care techs available at a ratio of 1:12
• Charge nurse present on each shift and takes assignment
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required

Success Factors

• Team player with flexibility and adaptability
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to learn and accept feedback

Return to Office (RTO)

• Required within 7 days of contract start
• No additional RTO approvals after submission