Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) Registered Nurse
Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Immanuel

PCU RN (Night Shift) - Omaha, Nebraska

Job Overview

• Position: Night PCU RN
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: 1830-0700 (12-hour night shifts)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: Every third holiday
• No call or standby requirement
• Floating: May be required to float to medical floors, ICU, or rehab

Unit Details

• Unit Type: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Beds: 35
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratios: 1:4-5
• Nurse Aids/Patient Care Techs: Ratio approximately 1:10 or 2:20
• Charge Nurse: Present on each shift and takes an assignment
• Common Patient Types: Adults and geriatrics with cardiac, nephrology, stroke, diabetes, and continuous EEG monitoring needs
• Drip Titration: RNs are required to titrate drips such as Cardizem, beta blockers, and seizure medications

Requirements

• RN License with at least 2 years as an RN
• Minimum 1 year of unit experience
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (required)
• Must pass a 90% or higher on a pass/fail open book exam during orientation (exam covers skills learned)
• Valid driver’s license required to verify candidate is within a 50-mile radius
• Candidates cannot be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit (including CHI and Dignity)
• Fingernail Policy: Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply will result in contract termination

Orientation

• First week: Onboarding
• Followed by 1-2 days of unit-specific orientation

Additional Notes

• Fast-paced environment
• Successful nurses typically have a positive attitude, strong communication skills, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and a willingness to help others
• Return to Office (RTO) required within 7 days of contract start; no additional RTO extensions will be approved

This position is ideal for experienced PCU nurses comfortable with night shifts and working in a dynamic, fast-paced progressive care setting.