Travel PCU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Kearney, Nebraska.

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) position requiring NE or compact licensure, ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certification.

• Acute care Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) in a Trauma Level 2 hospital
• 40-bed unit with average daily census of 24
• Patient ratios of 1:4-5 on both day and night shifts
• Treats adult patients with cardiac med/surg, dialysis, cancer, vascular, sepsis, respiratory, stroke, post-stent, post-pacer, and renal failure conditions
• RNs required to titrate drips including Heparin, Nitro, Dopamine, Cardizem, Amiodarone, and insulin
• Charge nurse present on each shift and takes a patient assignment
• Nurse aides/techs on unit at a 1:12 ratio
• High flow respiratory equipment used; RNs troubleshoot as needed
• RNs must independently read and interpret telemetry strips
• EPIC EMR used for charting
• 12-hour night shifts,  and
• Every other weekend required
• Minimum of 2 holidays within the contract timeframe
• Floating required to Med Surg or ICU to care for PCU-acuity patients
• On-call shifts require a 30-minute arrival time if called back in

• Active RN license, Nebraska or Compact (NLC), required at time of consideration
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum of 2 years of RN experience required
• Competency with arterial lines required
• Driver's license required for consideration
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

• Responsible for direct patient care including drip titration, telemetry interpretation, and use of overhead/portable lifts, vein finders, and bladder scanners
• Unit serves a diverse patient population, including a significant Hispanic and Somali community
• Success on this unit requires strong teamwork, flexibility, adaptability, and communication skills
• Unit focuses on improving patient experience scores, responsiveness, and medication communication
• One day of unit-specific orientation provided, plus a pass/fail open-book skills exam during general orientation requiring a 90% score
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified via driver's license
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by any Common Spirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the past year
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront per 13-week contract; additional RTO requests will not be approved

American Traveler Job  #P-768525. 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:
Travel RN
- Telemetry
- Progressive Care Unit

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.