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Hourly Rate$61

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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (PACU - PreOp)

Location

Omaha, Nebraska

Position Details

Contract length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shifts, 10 hours per day (40 hours per week)
Schedule: Mix of 8, 10, and 12-hour shifts; manager creates schedule 6 weeks at a time
Call requirements: Call approximately every 5-6 weekends and on holidays
Floating between PreOp, PACU, and Phase II units
Orientation: 1 week classroom + 1 week unit-specific orientation

Unit Information

Unit type: PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) including PreOp, Phase I, and Phase II recovery
Number of beds: 25
Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:3
Common cases: Orthopedics, bariatrics (laparoscopic and robotic), general surgery, urology, hand and foot surgery, spine cases, gynecology, sports medicine, and preparation for cath lab, interventional radiology, TEE, and radiology procedures
EMR system: EPIC
Charge nurse present on each shift (charge nurse does not take patient assignments)

Required Qualifications

Current RN license
Experience required in both PreOp/PACU and Phase II recovery nursing
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS
Must pass a 90% score on a pass/fail open book exam during orientation
Driver’s license required at time of submission (used to verify candidate is outside a 50-mile radius restriction)
Compliance with fingernail policy: artificial nails prohibited in patient care areas

Additional Requirements

Candidates may 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
Return to office (RTO) required within 7 days or less from contract start; no additional RTO extensions allowed

Work Environment

M-F with call during weekdays, weekends, and holidays
Department includes PreOp, PACU, and Phase II recovery areas with patient care responsibilities across these phases

This position is ideal for a PACU nurse with solid experience in perioperative nursing and recovery phases, comfortable with variable shift lengths and call responsibilities, and able to comply with specific certification and licensing requirements.

Facility

CHI Health Immanuel

4.1rating(15 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with CHI Health Immanuel

5.0rating

Pros

Unit is traveler friendly. Patient ratios for PCU 1:4 or rarely 1:5.

Cons

Not too much flexibility in scheduling.

Scott J

Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)

Contract Position May '26

Review of CHI Health Immanuel on Jul 9, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
167 beds

ADDRESS6901 North 72nd StreetOmaha, NE 68122

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About Omaha, NE

As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Omaha, NE here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Omaha is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.

Weather

Omaha experiences hot summers with average highs around 86°F and average lows around 65°F.
Winters are cold with average highs around 33°F and average lows around 14°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Omaha, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.

Transportation

Omaha is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
Public transportation options include buses and a limited light rail system.

Demographics

Omaha has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Omaha offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines.
The city has a thriving art and music community, with numerous galleries, live music venues, and performance spaces.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby state parks and recreational facilities.

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