Travel PCU RN - $2,167 per week

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Kearney, Nebraska. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/09/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel PCU Registered Nurse (RN) Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated and skilled PCU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse environment. Unit Information Unit Type: Stepdown Bed Capacity: 40 beds with an average daily census of 24 Nurse-Patient Ratios: 1:4-5 on both days and nights Common Patient Diagnoses: Cardiac med/surg, dialysis, cancer diagnoses, vascular issues, sepsis, respiratory conditions, strokes, renal failure, and post-operative care (stent and pacemaker placement) Shift Information Shift Length: 12 hours Shift Schedule: 0630-1830 and 1830-0630 Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend Holiday Requirements: Minimum of 2 holidays during the contract period Role Responsibilities Provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment Monitor and assess patients’ health conditions Titrate drips and manage medications, including Heparin, Nitro, Dopamine, Cardizem, Amiodarone, and insulin Utilize RT equipment such as high flow oxygen systems and troubleshoot as necessary Read and interpret telemetry strips Work collaboratively with charge nurses and support staff, including nurse aids or patient care techs Participate in patient safety initiatives, focusing on enhancing patient experience and communication regarding medications Qualifications Years of Experience: Minimum of 2 years Certifications Required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Competency in arterial lines Must possess a valid driver’s license for travel purposes Flexibility and willingness to learn and adapt to feedback Additional Information The successful nurse will be a team player, demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and strong communication skills while serving diverse cultural populations, primarily Hispanic and Somalian. Preference will be given to candidates who can adhere to organizational policies, including limitations on artificial nails in patient care areas. For this role, candidates must provide their requested time off (RTO) upfront (7 or fewer days per 13-week contract). Additional RTO will not be approved after submission. This position requires a willingness to float to MedSurg or ICU departments to accommodate PCU acuity needs as necessary. Thrive Staffing Job ID 19166122. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Stepdown,07:00:00-19:00:00 About Thrive Staffing At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.