Travel PCU RN

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

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) nights position requiring stroke care competency and NE or compact RN licensure.

• Acute care Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) with 24 beds
• Patient ratios of 1:4-5, with virtual nursing support on day and night shifts
• Common diagnoses include CHF, pneumonia, sepsis, stroke/TIA, COPD, PE, and AKI
• Unit is recognized as the facility's stroke floor
• Telemetry monitoring on unit with dedicated monitor tech; RNs responsible for reading strips
• RNs required to titrate drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Heparin, Nicardipine, and Dobutamine
• Respiratory equipment used includes high flow, BiPap, and O2 titration
• Nurse aide support available at a 1:8 ratio when fully staffed
• Charge nurse and house supervisor support available on all shifts
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts with self-scheduling and one extra shift per 6-week period
• Weekend requirement of every third weekend
• Holiday coverage divided by weekend rotation
• Call/standby requirement with 1-hour arrival time once called in
• First to float among staff
• 3 shifts of unit-specific orientation on assigned shift

• Active RN license (NE State or Compact/NLC) required at time of consideration
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Must be competent in caring for stroke patients
• Strong teamwork orientation required
• Driver's license required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care in a fast-paced stepdown unit with critical diagnoses
• Participate in a pass/fail open-book exam during orientation on unit-specific skills, requiring a 90% score to pass
• Navy scrub tops and bottoms required
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• Candidates may not have been employed full time, part time, or PRN with any Common Spirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year
• Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-770883. 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.