Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care in Lincoln, NE

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intermediate Care
Location: Lincoln, NE
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Location

Lincoln, NE | Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 12-Hour Shifts | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 24-bed PCU with a 1:4–5 nurse-to-patient ratio, utilizing virtual nursing support on day and night shifts
• Care for patients with common diagnoses including CHF, pneumonia, sepsis, stroke/TIA , COPD, PE, and AKI
• Titrate drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Heparin, Nicardipine, and Dobutamine
• Read and interpret telemetry strips; unit is equipped with bedside monitors and a remote monitor tech stationed in the ICU
• Manage respiratory therapy equipment including high-flow oxygen, BiPap, and oxygen titration
• Participate in self-scheduling with one additional shift expected per 6-week period; every 3rd weekend requirement applies

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid in the state of Nebraska
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Demonstrated competency in caring for stroke and TIA patients; this unit serves as the designated stroke floor
• Ability to titrate IV drips independently
• Valid driver's license required at time of submittal (used to verify residence location)
• Must live more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; candidates may not currently hold full-time, part-time, or PRN positions with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and/or Dignity Health

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a progressive care, stepdown, or intermediate care setting
• Experience with telemetry monitoring and strip interpretation
• Strong teamwork orientation and ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us

• Work on a well-supported unit with charge nurse and house supervisor coverage, nurse aide support, and virtual nursing technology
• Enjoy self-scheduling flexibility with a structured 3-shift unit-specific orientation on your assigned shift