Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Lakeside

Job Opportunity: RN (Registered Nurse) - PCU

Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Requirements

• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)

• Experience:

  • Specialty years of experience not explicitly stated; assume standard PCU RN experience required.
  • Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.

• Other Requirements:

  • Valid driver's license required at submittal.
  • Must not be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit (including CHI and Dignity).
  • Must pass a pass/fail exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90%.
  • Artificial nails are prohibited; refusal to remove will result in contract termination.

Unit Details

• Department: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Bed Count: 28
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4
• Nurse Aide/Patient Care Tech Ratio: 1:14
• Common Patient Types: Adults, mixed medical/surgical, cardiac, and stroke patients, often admitted through the ER.
• Drip Titration: RNs are required to titrate drips such as heparin, octreotide, insulin, and maintenance IV meds.
• Charge Nurse: Present on each shift and takes patient assignments.
• Tele/Monitor Techs: Available; RNs must be able to read and interpret telemetry.
• Specialty Equipment: Code carts, LUCAS machines, hoyer lift, Sit and Stand devices.

Scheduling & Orientation

• Shifts:

  • 0630-1900 (day shift)
  • 1830-0700 (night shift)
• Scheduling Cycle: 6 weeks, managed by unit schedulers.
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend.
• Holiday Requirement: Rotates with permanent staff.
• Floating: Required to float to Med/Surg and other hospital areas including ICU/ED as appropriate.
• Orientation:

  • 1 week classroom orientation
  • Followed by 2 twelve-hour shifts on the unit

Additional Notes

• This is a high-flow unit with frequent admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Teamwork and a positive attitude are essential.
• Unit secretary available 2-3 days per week; stocking clerk available 3 days per week.
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs.
• Return to Office (RTO) required within 7 days of contract start; no additional RTO approvals.
• Radius rule: Candidates must live within 50 miles and not be employed by CommonSpirit-affiliated facilities.

This position is ideal for experienced PCU nurses comfortable with a fast-paced environment and multiple patient care responsibilities.