PCU RN Job in Omaha, NE

You will work as a Registered Nurse in the Progressive Care Unit at CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center – Bergan Mercy in Omaha, Nebraska. This is a 91-day travel assignment with a start date of November 9, 2026.

Schedule & Compensation

• 3x12-hour night shifts
• Every other weekend requirement
• No on-call or standby
• $2,425 weekly pay

Role Details

You will serve as charge nurse on each shift, rarely taking a patient assignment. The unit cares for patients requiring intermediate care and downgraded cardiac ICU patients, including those with cardiac and vascular diagnoses such as CVAs, CHF, atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response, and cardiac catheterization lab patients. The unit heavily supports the thoracic program, electrophysiology, catheterization lab, and structural heart services.

You will titrate drips including amiodarone, nitroglycerin, nicardipine, epinephrine, diltiazem, and other blood pressure management medications. You will manage and troubleshoot respiratory equipment including BiPAP, CPAP, and nasal cannula. You will read and interpret telemetry strips independently with remote telemetry technicians available 24/7.

Staffing & Support

• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4 (1:3 for post-surgical patients within first 24 hours)
• Float to all same level and lower acuity levels as needed
• Nurse aides and patient care technicians available at 1:18 ratio
• Hospitalist and intensivist in house 24/7
• Cardiology on call after hours
• Respiratory therapy available 24/7

Requirements & Qualifications

• Active RN license
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of experience with this patient population
• BSN not required
• Valid driver's license required at submittal

Orientation & Policies

You will receive 1–2 shifts of unit-specific orientation tailored to your experience level. You must pass a pass/fail open-book exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90%. The unit uses EPIC for charting. Navy blue scrubs are required; artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments.