Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

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

• Specialty:
  PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/30/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU/Stepdown) position requiring at least 2 years of experience, Epic proficiency, and the ability to titrate drips on a high-acuity night shift.

• Acute care stepdown/PCU unit within a hospital setting
• 28-bed unit serving adult patients with mixed medical/surgical, cardiac, and stroke diagnoses — many arriving through the ER
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4, with patient care techs available at a 1:14 ratio
• RNs are required to read and interpret telemetry monitoring; telemetry techs are present on the unit
• RNs are required to titrate drips, including heparin, octreotide, and insulin, as well as administer maintenance IV medications
• Specialty equipment includes code carts, LUCAS machines, Hoyer lifts, and Sit-and-Stand devices
• Charting system:
  Epic
• 12-hour night shifts (1830–0700); scheduling is done by unit schedulers on a 6-week cycle
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday rotation with permanent staff required
• Floating required to Med/Surg and other hospital areas, including ICU/ED, based on abilities
• This is a high-flow unit with frequent admissions, transfers, and discharges — team-oriented nurses with a positive attitude are strongly preferred
• A charge nurse is present on each shift and carries an assignment
• Unit support includes a unit secretary 2–3 days/week and a stocking clerk 3 days/week
• Orientation consists of one week of classroom training followed by two 12-hour shifts of unit-specific orientation
• A pass/fail open-book exam on unit skills is administered during orientation; a score of 90% or higher is required to pass — failure to pass will result to contract termination
• Scrub color:
  Navy blue
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to remove them will result in contract termination
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — driver's license is used to verify permanent address
• Candidates who are currently or 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 are not eligible — candidates employed PRN through outside firms will be considered
• RTO must be submitted upfront; no more than 7 days per 13-week contract will be approved, and additional RTO will not be approved after submission

• Active NE state or Compact (NLC) RN license required — pending licenses not accepted
• Active certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS — pending certifications not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• PCU or stepdown experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry rhythms
• Driver's license required for consideration and used to verify residence outside the 50-mile radius
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-678258. 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 - 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.