CVU Stepdown RN
Omaha, NE
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) – CVU 5E Unit

Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Description

• Combined unit including Cardio/General ICU, PCU, and MedSurg patients
• 18 beds
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:4 generally, 1:3 for post-surgical patients in the first 24 hours
• Patient population includes intermediate care and downgraded CVICU patients
• Unit supports thoracic program, electrophysiology, cath lab, and structural heart services
• Common diagnoses: Cath lab patients, CVAs, CHF, A-fib with RVR, and other cardiac/vascular conditions

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience with this patient population (cardiac/PCU/ICU)
• Prior travel experience is not specified as required

Clinical Skills & Responsibilities

• RNs are required to titrate drips (e.g., amiodarone, nitroglycerin, nicardipine, epinephrine, diltiazem)
• Must read and interpret telemetry strips independently
• Familiarity with respiratory equipment such as BiPAP, CPAP, and nasal cannula troubleshooting
• Charge nurse present on each shift, rarely takes patient assignments
• Nurse aides/patient care techs available at a ratio of 1:18

Staffing & Support

• Hospitalist and intensivist coverage in-house 24/7
• Cardiology on call after hours
• Respiratory therapist available 24/7 in ICU
• Remote telemetry technicians support the unit

Orientation & Training

• Unit-specific orientation tailored to experience (1-2 shifts)
• RN skills exam during orientation (open book, must pass with 90%)

Scheduling & Work Environment

• Shifts: 0630-1900 and 1830-0700 (12-hour shifts)
• Weekend requirement: every other weekend
• Floating to same or lower acuity units required
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs
• No call or standby requirements

Additional Notes

• Artificial nails are prohibited in patient care areas
• Driver’s license required at submission to verify distance compliance
• Candidates must live within a 50-mile radius and cannot be currently employed part-time, full-time, or PRN at certain affiliated facilities
• Rapid turnaround time for onboarding (7 days or less per 13-week contract)

This position is ideal for RNs with cardiac and progressive care experience seeking a 13-week travel assignment in a supportive, multidisciplinary cardiac unit.