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

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

Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 12-hour shifts (various start times including 7a-7p, 7a-3p, 3p-7p, 7p-11p, 11p-7a, 7p-7a)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Self-scheduling: Yes

Unit Details

Level of Care: Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Oncology, and Medical-Surgical
Number of Beds: 27-28
Patient Population: Adults
Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:
- PCU Days: 1:4
- Med/Surg Days: 1:5
- Nights: 1:5-6
Nursing Assistant Support: Yes
Charge Nurse: Yes
Additional Support Staff: PT/OT, RN Case Manager, Social Work, Educator, Dietician
Float: Yes, to same level of care units (Med/Surg and PCU)

Patient Population & Diagnoses

Oncology (including chemotherapy patients)
Trauma
Med/Surg patients

Required Certifications & Competencies

Valid RN license in Nebraska
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
Minimum 1 year of Hematology/Oncology experience within the last year
PCU (Progressive Care Unit) experience
BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification
ONS (Oncology Nursing Society) or ONCC (Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation) certification

Equipment & Technology

EMR system: EPIC
IV Pumps: Alaris
Specialty Equipment: Lyko lifts and other lift equipment available

Orientation & Training

Orientation length: 2 days
Includes a pass/fail exam during orientation (open book, 90% required to pass)

Experience Requirements

Minimum 1 year of RN experience in PCU and/or Oncology
Oncology and PCU experience preferred
Prior travel experience is not required; first-time travelers are welcome

Additional Information

Fingernail policy: Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply may result in contract termination
Driver’s license required at submission to verify candidate location (radius rule applies)
Patient care focus includes cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse backgrounds
Emphasis on teamwork and positive attitude
Common patient medications/drips include chemotherapy agents, heparin, cardizem, and protonix

Summary

This is a 13-week contract for an RN with PCU, Med Surg, and Oncology experience. The role requires strong clinical skills, certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, diverse environment with a focus on oncology and trauma patients. Orientation includes a skills exam, and the unit supports professional growth with real-time training on advanced monitoring equipment. The position offers 12-hour shifts with self-scheduling and every other weekend off.

Facility

CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy

3.5rating(51 reviews)

4 nurses recommend working with CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy

3.0rating

Pros

Staff support each other and help when needed.

Cons

Poor patient nurse ratios. Frequent med-surg ration is 6-to-1. PCU ratio is frequently 4-to-1.

Kimo H

Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)

Staff Position May '25

Review of CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy on Apr 3, 2026

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CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy

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Short Term Acute Care
380 beds

ADDRESS7500 Mercy RoadOmaha, NE 68124

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About Omaha, NE

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