PCU RN
Omaha, NE
Care Career
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

PCU Registered Nurse – 12-Hour Nights

Department: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Setting: Acute Care | Trauma Level II
Shift: 12-hour Nights
Schedule: 6:30 PM–7:00 AM
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours/week
Contract: 13 weeks

Important – 50-Mile Radius Rule:

• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius
• Driver’s license must be submitted and will be used to verify the radius
• Candidates cannot currently be full-time, part-time, or PRN with any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity

Required Certifications:

• BLS – AHA
• ACLS – AHA
• NIHSS
• RN license required for submission
• BSN not required

Unit Details:

• 35 beds
• Patient ratio: 1:4–5
• Patient population: Adults and geriatrics
• Common cases: Cardiac, nephrology, stroke, diabetes, continuous EEG monitoring
• Nurses are required to titrate drips
• Common drips: Cardizem, beta-blockers, seizure medications
• Charge Nurse available each shift
• Patient care tech ratio: approximately 1:10 or 2:20
• EMR: Epic

Schedule & Requirements:

• Every other weekend
• Every 3rd holiday
• No call/standby requirement
• Floating may be required to medical floors, ICU, or rehab
• Orientation: First week onboarding + 1–2 days of unit orientation

RTO Policy:

• RTO must be submitted upfront
• Maximum 7 days of RTO allowed for a 13-week contract
• Additional RTO will not be approved after submission

Other Important Policies:

• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient-care areas. Refusal to remove them may result in contract termination.
• RN must pass an open-book skills exam during orientation with a 90% minimum score. Failure to achieve 90% may result in termination.

Ideal Candidate:
Fast-paced PCU experience with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, positive attitude, teamwork, and excellent communication.