Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Immanuel

Registered Nurse (PCU) - Night Shift

Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking experienced Night PCU Registered Nurses for a fast-paced progressive care unit. The unit cares for adult and geriatric patients with cardiac, nephrology, stroke, diabetes, and continuous EEG monitoring needs.

Schedule & Work Details

• Shift: Nights (18:30 - 07:00)
• Hours per shift: 12
• Hours per week: 36
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday requirement: Every third holiday
• No call or standby required
• Floating to medical floors, ICU, or rehab may be required

Unit Information

• Unit type: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Bed count: 35
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:4-5
• Nurse aide/patient care tech ratio: 1:10 or 2:20
• Charge nurse present on each shift (charge nurse takes assignment)
• RNs are required to titrate drips (e.g., Cardizem, beta blockers, seizure medications)

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as an RN
• Minimum 1 year PCU or unit-specific experience
• Current BLS (AHA) certification
• Current ACLS (AHA) certification
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Valid driver’s license (used to verify candidate is within 50-mile radius)

Orientation & Training

• First week: Onboarding
• 1-2 days of unit-specific orientation
• Pass/fail exam during orientation (open book, 90% required to pass)

Additional Requirements & Notes

• Candidates must not be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN with any facility associated with a specific large healthcare system within a 50-mile radius
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply will result in contract termination
• Positive attitude, teamwork, strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills are essential for success on this unit

Patient Population & Common Diagnoses

• Adults and geriatrics
• Cardiac conditions
• Nephrology
• Stroke
• Diabetes mellitus
• Continuous EEG monitoring

Other

• Radius rule: Candidates must live within 50 miles of the facility
• Return to office (RTO) required within 7 days of contract start; no additional RTO extensions allowed