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

Registered Nurse (RN) – PCU 4E, 4th Floor East Wing

Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit & Patient Population

• Unit: 4th Floor East Wing
• Level of Care: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Number of Beds: 55
• Patient Population: Adults primarily; pediatric patients rarely, age 15 and older
• Common Diagnoses: CVA, TIA, shortness of breath, COVID, subdural hematoma, weakness

Work Schedule

• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Shift Times: 0630-1830 (day), 1830-0630 (night)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• RN-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4 (days and nights)

Team & Support

• Nursing Assistant support available
• Charge Nurse present
• Additional Unit Support: Educator, Care Managers, Social Workers, Dieticians, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy

Equipment & Technology

• EMR System: EPIC
• IV Pumps: Alaris
• Specialty Equipment: Mechanical lifts in every other room
• Common Drips/Medications: PCA pumps for pain management, cardizem, insulin

Required Certifications & Competencies

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

Additional Information

• Scrubs: Navy Blue for RNs
• Float: Yes, ideally to Medical-Surgical areas based on highest need
• Unit Challenges: Staffing
• Patient Experience Focus: Hourly rounding and responsiveness
• Nail Policy: Artificial nails prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply may result in contract termination
• Orientation Exam: RN candidates must pass a 90% score on an open book skills exam during orientation or face contract termination
• Driver’s license required at submittal to verify candidate location within 50 miles radius
• Candidates may not currently be employed full time, part time, or PRN with any facility associated with a specific health system (not named here)

Required Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license appropriate for Nebraska
• Minimum years of specialty experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard RN PCU experience required
• Prior travel experience: Not required

Summary

This is a 13-week contract for an RN in a Progressive Care Unit with a 12-hour shift schedule and a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio. The role requires ACLS, BLS, and telemetry competency, with a focus on adult patients and occasional older pediatric patients. The unit emphasizes teamwork, patient responsiveness, and adherence to strict clinical and appearance policies. Float assignments to medical-surgical areas may be required.