Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Kearney, Nebraska
CHI Health Good Samaritan

$1,876-2,840/week
Posted 15 hours ago  Verified
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Common job information

    Certification details
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • NIHSS
    Job details
  • A large system in Nebraska/Iowa are looking for Night PCU RN's. 12 hour shifts, 36 hours guaranteed. 2 years of unit experience.
    Job requirements
  • 2 years of unit experience
    Schedule information
  • 12 hour shifts
  • 36 hours guaranteed
  • Shifts & Scheduling: 0630-1830, 1830-0630
  • Weekend Requirements: Every third
  • Holiday Requirements: Rotating with perm staff
    Unit specific information
  • Department: PCU
  • Are RNs required to titrate drips?: Yes
  • Common titratable &/or set rate drips: Heparin, Nitro, Dopamine, Cardizem, Amiodarone, insulin
  • Is there a Charge Nurse on each shift? Does the charge nurse take an assignment?: Yes
  • Are there nurse aids/patient care techs on this unit? Ratios? Duties?: Yes, 1:12
  • Floating Requirements: Yes to MedSurg or to ICU to take PCU acuity patients
  • Scrub Color/Dress code: Navy Blue
  • How many shifts of unit/department specific orientation?: 1 week
    Additional Details
  • WILL NOT APPROVE BLOCKED SCHEDULING OR SAME SCHEDULE/SHIFTS, MUST BE FLEXIBLE AND WILLING TO FLOAT AND WORK WHEN NEEDED
  • Overhead lifts in half the rooms, portable lifts, vein finders, bladder scanner
  • Focus on patient experience scores, responsiveness, hospital environment, and communication about medications
  • Different cultural populations are served on this unit- primarily Hispanic and Somalian
  • Radius Rule: 50 miles AND candidates may not be full time, part time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and/or Dignity.
  • RTO needed upfront (7 or less days per 13 week contract). Additional RTO will not be approved, including after submissions.
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About Kearney, NE

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Kearney, NE here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Kearney's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 87°F, and in winter, average lows are around 13°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals can be found in Kearney, but availability may vary.
  • It's advisable to start the search early.
Transportation
  • Kearney is car-friendly with easy navigation and ample parking.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Kearney has a diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to seasonal allergies.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Kearney offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
  • It also has art galleries, museums, and music events.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games, and outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing are popular.
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