Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,254 per week in Kearney, NE

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit
Location: Kearney, NE
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,254 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 6/8/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Kearney, Nebraska, 68847!

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Stepdown Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years License: Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Must-Have: Competency in Arterial Lines Description: Unit has an average daily census of 24 patients. Patient ratios are 1:4-5 on both days and nights. Common diagnoses include cardiac med/surg, dialysis, cancer, vascular conditions, sepsis, adult respiratory issues, stroke, post-stent, post-pacer placement, and renal failure. RNs are required to titrate drips. Common titratable and set rate drips include Heparin, Nitro, Dopamine, Cardizem, Amiodarone, and insulin. There is a charge nurse on each shift who takes an assignment. Patient care techs are present in the unit with a 1:12 ratio for duties. RNs are required to read and interpret telemetry strips. Equipment used includes vents, Cpap, BiPap, and high flow devices. RNs may perform troubleshooting tasks related to high flow. Floating to MedSurg or ICU to care for PCU acuity patients is required. Scrub color/dress code is navy blue. The unit focuses on patient experience, communication about medications, and responsiveness. Successful candidates will be flexible, adaptable, and possess good communication skills. The patient population served includes diverse cultural backgrounds. Time-off requests need to be submitted upfront with limited flexibility. Hospital can cancel shifts as specified under the cancellation policy. Charting system used is EPIC. BSN is not required. Trauma level is 2. Care setting is acute.

About Cynet Health

Your travel nursing adventure begins here. Matching talented nurses like you with high-paying travel jobs at the best facilities across all 50 states. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we fill. We understand this is a partnership. You will have no surprises. Your salary will be discussed upfront and there will be no troubling negotiation tactics. 

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam

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