Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU 4E (4th Floor East Wing)

Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU), 4th Floor East Wing
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Shift: 12-hour shifts

• Day Shift: 06:30 AM – 06:30 PM
• Night Shift: 06:30 PM – 06:30 AM
  Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend

Unit Details

• Level of Care: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Number of Beds: 55
• Patient Population: Adults primarily; pediatric patients 15 years and older rarely
• RN to Patient Ratio: 1:4 (both day and night shifts)
• Nursing Assistant Support: Yes
• Charge Nurse: Yes
• Additional Unit Support: Educator, Care Managers, Social Workers, Dieticians, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy
• Common Patient Diagnoses:

  • Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA)
  • Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
  • Shortness of breath
  • COVID-19
  • Subdural hematoma
  • Weakness
• Common Drips/Medications:

  • PCA pumps for pain management
  • Cardizem
  • Insulin
• Specialty Equipment: Mechanical lifts in every other room
• IV Pumps: Alaris
• EMR System: EPIC

Required Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Telemetry competency

Job Expectations & Policies

• Fingernail Policy: Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply may result in contract termination.
• Driver’s License: Required at submittal to verify candidate’s location within a 50-mile radius.
• RN Exam: Pass/fail exam during orientation (open book, 90% required to pass). Failure results in contract termination.
• Float: Float assignments expected, ideally to Medical-Surgical areas, based on highest need.
• Patient Experience Focus: Hourly rounding and responsiveness are emphasized.
• Uniform: Navy blue scrubs for RNs; CNA scrubs are ceil blue.

Work Environment & Culture

• The unit is described as a tight-knit group with a strong culture of teamwork and mutual support.
• Staffing challenges exist, requiring flexibility and adaptability.
• Success on this unit requires strong organizational skills to manage daily responsibilities effectively.

Required Experience

• Specialty: PCU (Progressive Care Unit)
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard RN experience for PCU level care.
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required.

This position is ideal for RNs experienced in progressive care nursing who are comfortable with telemetry, managing complex patient needs, and working in a collaborative team environment.