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

PCU RN

Overview

• Location: Omaha, Nebraska
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts
• Hours: 36 per week (12 per day)
• Unit/Department: PCU
• Beds: 35
• Ratio: 1:4-5 RN to patients
• Nurse Aide/Patient Care Tech Ratio: 1:10 or 2:20

Required Qualifications

• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Driver's license: Required at submittal; used to verify distance from the facility
• Radius rule: Must live within 50 miles and may not work full time, part time, or PRN with any affiliated facility in the same health system group
• Fingernail policy: Artificial nails are prohibited. Refusal to remove them will lead to termination.
• Orientation exam: Pass/fail skills exam on Friday during orientation. It is open book, and a 90% score is required to pass; failure results in termination.
• Time off: RTO must be requested upfront, with 7 or fewer days per 13-week contract. Additional RTO will not be approved, including after submission.

Patient Population and Clinical Duties

• Common diagnoses/patient types: Adults and geriatrics, cardiac, nephrology, stroke, diabetes, continuous EEG monitoring
• Titration: RNs are required to titrate drips.
• Common titratable or set-rate drips: Cardizem, beta blockers, seizure medications

Schedule and Coverage

• Shift times: 0630-1900 and 1830-0700
• Weekends: Every other weekend
• Holidays: Every third holiday
• Call/standby: None
• Charge nurse: One on each shift
• Floating: Medical floors, ICU, or rehab

Orientation

• First week is onboarding, followed by 1-2 days of orientation on the floor.

Additional Notes

• This is a fast-paced floor.
• Success traits on this unit include a positive attitude, helping others, good communication skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving ability.