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

Registered Nurse (PCU/Med Surg/Oncology)

Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 12-hour shifts (various start times including days, evenings, nights)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Med Surg, Oncology
Number of Beds: 27-28
Patient Population: Adult patients with oncology and trauma diagnoses

Job Details

• Patient care focus on Oncology PCU and Trauma PCU
• Mixed unit with RN ratios:

  • PCU: 1 RN to 4 patients
  • Med/Surg: 1 RN to 5 patients (nights 1:5-6)
• Float to similar level of care units (Med Surg and PCU)
• Nursing assistant support available
• Charge nurse role available
• Self-scheduling available
• Scrubs color: Navy Blue
• Additional unit support: PT/OT, RN case manager, social work, educator, dietician

Required Certifications & Competencies

• RN license required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
• Oncology certification preferred but not required (e.g., ONS/ONCC)
• Competency or willingness to train on:

  • Ventilator management
  • Hemodynamic monitoring (CVP, A-line, Swan-Ganz, EV-1000)
  • Intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring
• Experience with EPIC EMR system preferred
• Familiarity with Alaris IV pumps
• Experience with specialty equipment such as Lyko lifts and other patient lifts

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of RN experience in PCU, Med Surg, or Oncology
• Oncology and PCU experience preferred
• Experience as a charge nurse requires at least 1 year of relevant experience
• First-time travel nurses are welcome (prior travel experience not required)

Patient Care & Clinical Information

• Common patient diagnoses: Oncology and trauma
• Common drips/medications: Chemotherapy agents, heparin, cardizem, protonix
• RNs may be required to titrate drips such as insulin and cardizem occasionally
• Fingernail policy: Artificial nails prohibited in all patient care areas
• Emphasis on teamwork, cultural sensitivity, and compassionate care
• Focus on hourly rounding to improve patient experience

Orientation & Other Details

• Orientation period: 2 days
• Pass/fail exam during orientation requiring 90% to continue
• Driver’s license required to verify distance compliance (radius rule applies)
• Candidates cannot be currently employed full-time, part-time, or PRN with certain affiliated facilities within 50 miles
• Return to work (RTO) required within 7 days of contract start

This position offers a dynamic environment caring for diverse adult patients with oncology and trauma needs, requiring strong clinical skills, certifications, and a compassionate approach to nursing.