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: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Location

Omaha, NE

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | Onsite | Shifts: 6:30 AM–7:00 PM / 6:30 PM–7:00 AM | 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, 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 rehabilitation units
• Apply critical thinking and strong communication skills in a fast-paced environment to assess, prioritize, and respond to changing patient conditions
• Participate in unit onboarding, including a required competency exam during the first week of orientation

Required Qualifications

• Active RN licensure
• Current BLS certification
• Current ACLS certification
• Current NIHSS certification
• Minimum 1–2 years of PCU, IMC, or Stepdown nursing experience
• Must achieve a passing score of 90% or higher on the unit competency exam administered during orientation

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with continuous EEG monitoring
• Background in cardiac, nephrology, or stroke patient populations
• Demonstrated ability to titrate drips in a progressive care or step-down setting

Why Join Us

• Join a collaborative, fast-paced unit where critical thinking and teamwork are valued and supported
• No on-call or standby requirements, offering greater schedule predictability throughout your contract