Travel RN PCU/Med Surg/Oncology - $2,338 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 25, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PCU/Med-Surg/Oncology position requiring active chemotherapy certification and a minimum of 1 year of oncology and PCU experience.

Details

• Works in a mixed PCU, Med-Surg, and Oncology unit at a Level 1 Trauma acute care hospital
• 28-bed unit serving adult oncology and trauma patient populations
• Common diagnoses include oncology (diagnosis through remission) and trauma
• PCU nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4 on days and 1:5-6 on nights; Med-Surg ratio is 1:5
• Common drips include chemotherapy, heparin, cardizem, and protonix; RNs may be required to titrate insulin and cardizem
• Competencies in ventilator management and hemodynamic monitoring (CVP, A-line, Swan, EV-1000) are utilized on this unit
• EMR: Epic (experience within the last 6 months is noted during orientation planning)
• IV pump used: Alaris
• 12-hour night shifts (7p–7a)
• Every other weekend requirement
• Self-scheduling unit
• Float required to same level of care (Med-Surg and PCU units)

Requirements

• Active NE state RN license or Compact (NLC) RN license — must be active at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Current certifications required: BLS (AHA), ACLS, and ONS/ONCC chemotherapy certification
• Minimum 1 year of oncology and PCU experience required
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility (driver's license used to verify permanent address)
• Candidates may not have been directly employed full-time, part-time, or PRN by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility (including CHI or Dignity) within the past year
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

• A pass/fail, open-book skills exam is administered on the first Friday of orientation; a minimum score of 90% is required to continue the assignment
• Orientation is approximately 2 days (12 hours)
• Unit support includes nursing assistants, charge nurses, PT/OT, RN case managers, social workers, an educator, and a dietician
• Scrub color: Navy blue
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to remove them will result to contract termination
• RTO must be disclosed upfront; 7 days or fewer per 13-week contract; no additional RTO will be approved after consideration
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-703455. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg - Oncology

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.