Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Omaha, NE
AHS Staffing
4x12 hrs, Days, Nights
$3,078/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftDays, Nights
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,664/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,414/week
Description
❤️ Travel RN – Progressive Care Unit (PCU / Stepdown)
📍 Location: Nebraska
📅 Start Date: August 3, 2026
📆 Duration: 13 Weeks
🕒 Shift: 3x12 Nights
⏰ Guaranteed Hours: 48 Hours/Week
🏥 Facility Overview
- Acute Care Hospital
- Level I Trauma Center
- 55-Bed Progressive Care Unit
- Adult patient population (occasional pediatric patients age 15+)
🛏️ Unit Details
- 55-bed Progressive Care/Stepdown Unit
- Night Shift
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4
- Strong interdisciplinary team support including:
- Charge Nurse
- Nursing Assistants
- Unit Educator
- Care Managers
- Social Workers
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Dietitians
👩⚕️ RN Responsibilities
The RN is responsible for:
- Comprehensive patient assessments
- Cardiac and neurological monitoring
- Medication administration
- Telemetry interpretation
- Care planning and implementation
- Patient and family education
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Managing multiple high-acuity stepdown patients
✅ Required Experience
Candidates should have recent experience caring for Progressive Care/Stepdown patients.
Required skills include:
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation
- Neurological Assessments
- Insulin Drip Management
- Cardizem Administration
- PCA Pump Management
- Acute Medical/Surgical Stepdown Care
Common Patient Population
Patients commonly admitted include:
- Stroke (CVA)
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Shortness of Breath
- COVID
- Subdural Hematoma
- Generalized Weakness
- Cardiac Conditions requiring telemetry monitoring
Common Medications & Equipment
Frequently used medications include:
- Cardizem
- Insulin
- PCA Pain Pumps
Equipment includes:
- Epic EMR
- Alaris IV Pumps
- Mechanical Patient Lifts (available in every other room)
Certifications Required
- ✅ Active RN License
- ✅ BLS
- ✅ ACLS
Employer
AHS Staffing
15 nurses recommend working with AHS Staffing
At AHS Staffing, we are committed to providing a personalized, transparent, and rewarding experience. We go beyond the transactional nature of the industry by offering individualized job matching, clear communication, no-nonsense pay rates, and dedicated recruiter support 24/7.
When you're on assignment with us, you'll get access to industry-leading benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) matching, competitive pay packages, licensure reimbursement, weekly pay, and more. Easily manage your day-to-day with our mobile app where you can view your assignment details, manage your compliance and licensing documents, submit timecards, and browse new jobs to land your next adventure.
As a nationally recognized and award-winning agency, we understand the importance of providing a seamless experience from application to placement. Our top priority is matching you with assignments that align with both your personal and professional goals. Join us to experience working with an agency that truly prioritizes your success and well-being and see why thousands of healthcare professionals continue to trust us with their careers.
About Omaha, NE
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Omaha, NE here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Omaha is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Omaha experiences hot summers with average highs around 86°F and average lows around 65°F.
- Winters are cold with average highs around 33°F and average lows around 14°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Omaha, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Omaha is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a limited light rail system.
- Omaha has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.
- Omaha offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines.
- The city has a thriving art and music community, with numerous galleries, live music venues, and performance spaces.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby state parks and recreational facilities.
Browse similar jobs
Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Omaha, NE
- 3B Healthcare Inc.
- 4x12 hrs, Days, Nights
- Relocation Bonus
Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Omaha, NE
- Prolink Region 1
- 4x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Cardiac Progressive Care Stepdown RN
- Omaha, NE
- Care Career
- 4x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus