PCU Registered Nurse
Kearney, Nebraska
CHI Health Good Samaritan

Job Opportunity: PCU Registered Nurse (RN) - Night Shift

Location: Kearney, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 12-hour night shifts (1830-0630)
• Hours Guaranteed: 36 hours per week
• Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Beds: 40 beds (average daily census 24)
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4-5 (days and nights)
• Patient Population: Adults with cardiac med/surg, dialysis, cancer, vascular issues, sepsis, respiratory conditions, stroke, post stent, post pacer placement, renal failure
• Common Procedures: RNs required to titrate drips such as Heparin, Nitro, Dopamine, Cardizem, Amiodarone, insulin
• Additional Duties:

  • Competency in Arterial Lines required
  • RNs must read and interpret telemetry strips
  • Troubleshooting high flow respiratory equipment (e.g., High flow oxygen)
  • Floating to MedSurg or ICU to care for PCU acuity patients
• Support Staff:

  • Charge nurse present on each shift and takes assignment
  • Nurse aides/patient care techs with a ratio of 1:12
• Orientation: 1 day of unit-specific orientation
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: Minimum of 2 holidays during contract
• Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs
• Additional Equipment: Overhead lifts in half the rooms, portable lifts, vein finders, bladder scanner

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of unit experience in PCU or similar setting
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
• Licensure: Valid RN license for Nebraska
• Competencies: Must be competent in arterial line management and drip titration
• Testing: Pass/fail exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90% (open book)

Additional Information

• Candidates must not be currently employed full-time, part-time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit (including CHI and Dignity)
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply will result in contract termination
• Driver’s license required to verify candidate’s location within a 50-mile radius
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required
• Floating to other units (MedSurg or ICU) is expected
• Cultural competency: Unit serves diverse populations, primarily Hispanic and Somalian
• Emphasis on teamwork, flexibility, adaptability, and good communication skills
• Return to Office (RTO) required within 7 days of contract start; no additional RTO approved

This position is ideal for an experienced PCU RN looking for a night shift travel opportunity with a focus on cardiac and critical care patients in a supportive team environment.