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

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

Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Contract Length: 18 weeks
Shift: Nights
Hours: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
Unit: 6 East – PCU, Oncology, and MedSurg
Number of Beds: 27-28
Patient Population: Adult patients with oncology and trauma diagnoses

Job Details

• Patient care focus on Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Med Surg, and Oncology patients
• Mixed unit with nurse-to-patient ratios:

  • PCU: 1:4
  • Med/Surg: 1:5 (days), 1:5-6 (nights)
• Common patient diagnoses include oncology and trauma
• Nurses may float within PCU and MedSurg units at the same level of care
• Orientation period: 2 days
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend
• Self-scheduling available
• Scrub color: Navy Blue
• Nursing assistant support and additional unit support staff available (PT/OT, RN case manager, social work, educator, dietician)
• Emphasis on teamwork, cultural sensitivity, and compassionate care for diverse patient populations

Requirements/Qualifications

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

Clinical Responsibilities

• Titrate drips including insulin (occasionally) and cardizem
• Administer chemotherapy and other common medications such as heparin and protonix
• Adhere to fingernail policy: artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas
• Participate in a pass/fail exam during orientation (90% required to pass)

Additional Requirements and Policies

• Must have a valid driver’s license at time of application
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius from the facility and cannot be currently employed full-time, part-time, or PRN with any associated facilities
• Return to work (RTO) required within 7 days or less from contract start; no extensions allowed
• Background information required at submission: date of birth, social security number, permanent address, recent EPIC experience (within 6 months), and employment history with related health systems

Work Environment and Culture

• Team-oriented unit valuing respect, compassion, and cultural diversity
• Focus on patient experience with hourly rounding
• Nurses are encouraged to maintain a positive attitude and support colleagues
• Patient care ranges from oncology diagnosis through remission or end-of-life support

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for RNs with PCU and oncology experience seeking a 12-hour night shift travel contract in a supportive and diverse healthcare environment.