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 | Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | Onsite | Every other weekend required | Every third holiday required | Night shifts run 6:30 PM–7:00 AM or 6:30 PM–7:00 AM rotating; no call or standby requirement

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 35-bed PCU 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 per unit protocols
• 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 with a minimum score of 90% during orientation week; failure to pass will result to contract termination
• Adhere to facility fingernail policy — artificial nails are strictly prohibited in all patient care departments

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license applicable to the state of Nebraska
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• NIHSS certification required
• Valid driver's license required at time of submittal (used to verify radius eligibility)
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Candidate may not currently hold full-time, part-time, or PRN employment with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and/or Dignity Health
• Any requested time off (RTO) must be submitted upfront and may not exceed 7 days per 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved after submission

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a PCU, stepdown, or intermediate care setting
• Experience titrating cardiac and neurological drips in a clinical environment
• Familiarity with continuous EEG monitoring and stroke care protocols
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment that supports professional growth across a diverse patient population
• Structured onboarding process with dedicated floor orientation designed to set travelers up for success