Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care in Omaha, NE

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intermediate Care
Location: Omaha, NE
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 14 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Location

Omaha, NE | Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | 12-hour shifts (1830–0700); every other weekend required; every third holiday required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 35-bed Progressive Care Unit serving adult and geriatric populations with diagnoses including cardiac conditions, nephrology, stroke, diabetes mellitus, and continuous EEG monitoring
• Titrate drips including Cardizem, beta-blockers, and seizure medications
• Maintain nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4–5, collaborating with patient care techs assigned at a 1:10 ratio
• Float as needed to medical floors, ICU, or rehab units
• Successfully pass an open-book skills exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90%
• Adhere to facility infection control policies, including prohibition of artificial nails in all patient care areas

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• NIHSS certification required
• Valid driver's license required at time of submittal
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Must not be currently employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) at any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and/or Dignity Health

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a PCU, stepdown, or intermediate care setting
• Experience with cardiac monitoring and titrating vasoactive or cardiac drips
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced PCU environment with a supportive charge nurse structure and collaborative care team
• Structured onboarding with a dedicated orientation period to set you up for success on the unit