Travel PCU​/Med Surg​/Oncology RN

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:
  
  08/03/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a PCU/Med-Surg/Oncology unit at a Level I Trauma Center in Nebraska, with night shift availability and experience in oncology or progressive care required.

• PCU, Med-Surg, and Oncology unit at a Level I Trauma Center in an acute care hospital setting
• 27–28 bed mixed unit serving adult oncology and trauma patient populations
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4 (PCU) and 1:5–6 (Med-Surg/Oncology) on nights
• Common diagnoses include oncology (from diagnosis through remission or end-of-life) and trauma
• Common drips include chemotherapy, heparin, cardizem, and protonix; RNs may be required to titrate insulin and cardizem
• Competencies in ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring (CVP, A-line, Swan, EV-1000), and ICP monitoring are utilized on this unit (real-time training available)
• EMR:
  Epic (experience within the past 6 months is noted but not required)
• IV pump:
  Alaris
• 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)
• 13-week contract

• Active NE RN license or Compact (NLC) RN license, must be active at time of consideration — pending licenses not accepted
• Current BLS (AHA) and ACLS certifications required — pending certifications not accepted
• ONS/ONCC certification required
• Minimum 1 year of PCU and/or oncology RN experience required
• Chemotherapy certification preferred but not required
• At least 1 year of charge nurse experience required
• Active driver's license required — used to verify permanent residence is at least 50 miles from the facility
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Candidates must not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any Common Spirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year (candidates employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered)

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Orientation is 2 days and includes an open-book pass/fail exam on skills learned; a score of 90% or higher is required to pass
• RTO must be disclosed upfront — 7 days or fewer per 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments; refusal to remove them will result to contract termination
• Scrub color:
  Navy Blue
• Unit support includes nursing assistants, charge nurses, PT/OT, RN case manager, social work, educator, and dietician
• Hourly rounding is a patient experience priority on this unit
• Candidates must permanently reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-727851. 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.