PCU/MedSurg Oncology Registered Nurse
Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy

Registered Nurse (RN) – PCU/Med Surg/Oncology

Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days (12-hour shifts)
Hours per Week: 48 hours
Unit: 6 East – PCU, Oncology, and MedSurg
Number of Beds: 27-28
Patient Population: Adults

Job Details

• Patient care focus on Oncology PCU and Trauma PCU with a mixed Med/Surg patient population.
• Common diagnoses include oncology and trauma patients.
• Nurse-to-patient ratios:

  • PCU: 1:4 (days)
  • Med/Surg: 1:5 (days)
  • Nights: 1:5-6 patients
• Float assignments within same level of care units (PCU and Med/Surg).
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend, self-scheduling available.
• Nursing assistant support and charge nurse present.
• Additional unit support includes PT/OT, RN case manager, social work, educator, and dietician.
• Scrubs color: Navy Blue.

Required Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
• ONS/ONCC certification preferred but not required (chemotherapy certification preferred).
• Competency in ventilator care and hemodynamic monitoring (CVP, A-line, Swan-Ganz, EV-1000), ICP monitoring; training provided in real time.
• Experience with IV pumps (Alaris) and specialty equipment such as Lyko lifts and other lift devices.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of RN experience in PCU, Med Surg, or Oncology.
• Oncology and PCU experience preferred.
• First-time travel nurses are welcome; prior travel experience is not required.
• Minimum 1 year of charge nurse experience required if applying for charge nurse role.

Clinical Skills & Responsibilities

• RNs are required to titrate drips occasionally, including insulin and cardizem.
• Common medications and drips include chemotherapy agents, heparin, cardizem, and protonix.
• Patient care includes oncology patients from diagnosis through remission or end-of-life care.
• Emphasis on hourly rounding and patient experience.

Orientation & Evaluation

• Orientation period: 2 days.
• Pass/fail exam during orientation (open book, 90% required to pass). Failure results in contract termination.

Additional Requirements & Policies

• Must have a valid driver’s license at time of submission.
• Candidates must live within a 50-mile radius of the facility and cannot be currently employed full-time, part-time, or PRN with any associated facilities.
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply will result in contract termination.
• EPIC EMR experience within the last 6 months is preferred but not mandatory.
• Return to work (RTO) required within 7 days or less from contract start; no extensions allowed.

Desired Qualities

• Genuine care for patients and positive attitude.
• Strong teamwork and willingness to support colleagues.
• Respect for cultural, religious, and economic diversity among patients.
• Professionalism and reliability in challenging situations.

Shift Times (Day Shift Options)

• 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (some overlap with night shifts)

This position offers a dynamic environment caring for diverse adult patients with oncology and trauma needs in a progressive care setting.