Travel Registered Nurse – PCU Stepdown

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, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Mar 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position at a Level I Trauma Center in Nebraska, requiring telemetry experience, ACLS, and a minimum of 2 years of experience.

• Acute care hospital setting at a Level I Trauma Center
• Progressive Care Unit (PCU), 4th Floor East Wing — 55-bed unit
• Adult patient population; pediatric patients are rare and are 15 years of age or older
• Common diagnoses include CVA, TIA, shortness of breath, COVID, subdural hematoma, and generalized weakness
• Common drips and medications include PCA pumps, Cardizem, and insulin
• RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4 on both day and night shifts
• 12-hour day shifts (0630–1830)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required, primarily to med/surg areas based on highest unit need
• EMR:
  Epic (experience required)
• IV pumps:
  Alaris
• Mechanical lifts available in every other room

• Active NE or Compact (NLC) RN license — must be active at time of consideration; pending licenses are not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) — all must be active; pending certifications are not accepted
• Telemetry experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Two 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
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible — driver's license is used to verify permanent address
• Candidates may not have been directly employed full-time, part-time, or PRN by any Common Spirit, CHI, or Dignity-affiliated facility within the past year (candidates employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered)

• Provide progressive care nursing to adult patients with cardiac, neurological, and respiratory conditions
• Unit is supported by CNAs, a charge nurse, an educator, care managers, social workers, dieticians, and PT/OT staff
• Orientation includes a pass/fail open-book skills exam administered on the first Friday of orientation — a score of 90% or higher is required to pass
• Scrub color:
  Navy Blue (RN)
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas — refusal to comply may result to contract termination
• Hourly rounding and patient responsiveness are key focuses on this unit
• Successful candidates are self-directed, able to manage a busy workload, and collaborative team members

American Traveler Job  #P-679217. 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.