Travel Cardiac Stepdown (CVU) Registered Nurse - $2,428 per week

ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 02/02/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Opportunity:

RN - Stepdown

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour night shifts from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend requirement
• Department: CVU (Cardiovascular Unit)
• 18-bed unit with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4 (1:3 for post-surgical patients in first 24 hours)
• Care for patients requiring intermediate care and downgraded CVICU patients
• Support thoracic program, EP, cath lab, and structural heart procedures
• Common diagnoses include Cath Lab patients, CVAs, CHF, A fib RVR, and cardiac/vascular conditions
• Required to titrate drips including Amio, nitro, nicardipine, epi, cardizem, and blood pressure medications
• Must read and interpret telemetry strips with remote tele techs and hardwired capabilities
• Float to all same level and lower acuity units
• 1-2 shifts of unit-specific orientation tailored to experience
• Pass/fail open book exam on Friday during orientation requiring 90% to pass
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• 1 year of experience with this patient population required
• Navy blue scrub color required
• Artificial nails prohibited in patient care areas
• EPIC charting system
• Must be located outside 50-mile radius and cannot be employed with CommonSpirit facilities
• RTO needed upfront (7 or less days per 13-week contract)

Facility:

This Level 1 trauma center is a premier academic medical facility offering comprehensive cardiovascular services and advanced cardiac care. The facility features a robust cardiovascular program with specialized units supporting thoracic procedures, electrophysiology, cardiac catheterization, and structural heart interventions. The hospital maintains 24/7 hospitalist and intensivist coverage with cardiology on-call support, along with respiratory therapy services and advanced monitoring capabilities to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Location:

Omaha, NE

Omaha offers a thriving metropolitan experience with a strong healthcare community and excellent quality of life. The city provides diverse cultural attractions, dining experiences, and recreational opportunities while maintaining affordable living costs compared to other major metropolitan areas.

Adex Job ID #1019783. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC

Benefits

• Referral bonus