Travel Oncology/PCU Registered Nurse- RN

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: 18 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview
Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Aug 3, 2026
Length: 18 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a PCU/Med-Surg/Oncology unit at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring at least 1 year of oncology and PCU experience with night shift availability.
Details

• Mixed PCU, Med-Surg, and Oncology unit in an acute care hospital setting at a Level I Trauma Center
• 28-bed unit serving adult oncology and trauma patients
• Patient ratios: 1:4 (PCU days), 1:5 (Med-Surg days), and 1:5–6 (nights)
• Common drips and medications include chemotherapy, heparin, Cardizem, and Protonix; RNs may be required to titrate insulin and Cardizem
• Specialty equipment includes Alaris IV pumps and Lyko lifts
• EMR: Epic (recent Epic experience within 6 months is noted for orientation planning purposes)
• 12-hour night shifts (7p–7a)
• Every other weekend required
• Self-scheduling unit
• Floating required to same level of care (Med-Surg and PCU units)

Requirements

• Active NE or Compact (NLC) RN license — must be active at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Required certifications (must be active, no pending accepted): BLS (AHA), ACLS, and ONS/ONCC
• Minimum 1 year of oncology and PCU nursing experience required
• Minimum 1 year of charge nurse experience required
• BSN not required
• Chemo certification preferred but not required
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility (driver's license used to verify permanent address)
• Candidates may not be currently employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity Health; those employed PRN through outside firms will be considered
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both must include dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information
RNs must pass an open-book skills exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90%; failure to pass results in contract termination
Orientation is approximately 2 days (12 hours)
Competencies in ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring (CVP, A-line, Swan, EV-1000), and ICP monitoring are beneficial; real-time training available for these skills
Multidisciplinary team support includes nursing assistants, charge nurses, PT/OT, RN case manager, social worker, educator, and dietician
Scrub color: Navy Blue
RTO requests of 7 days or fewer per 13-week contract must be submitted upfront; additional RTO will not be approved
Holiday coverage is expected
First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to remove them will result in contract termination
American Traveler Job ID #P-720870. 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.