RN - Neuro PCU

Cynet HealthStaff; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Night shift

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff currently seeks an experienced RN for Neuro PCU in a high-acuity setting. The position offers 13 or 26 week contracts with night shifts and 12-hour blocks. Experience with EPIC, neuro/stepdown care, and travel nursing is highly preferred.

Candidates must hold an active RN license and ACLS/BLS/CPI/NIHSS certifications, with strong charting proficiency. Frequent float requirements and possible weekend coverage are part of the role.

Qualifications

• ACLS and BLS certifications required.
• Active RN license required.
• EPIC charting experience is mandatory.
• Charge nurse experience preferred.
• Travel experience is expected for staffing needs.

Responsibilities

• Float frequently to meet staffing needs across units.
• Work nights, 12-hour shifts, with 1:3 to 1:4 stepdown coverage.
• Provide care for neuro and neurosurgery patients (strokes, aneurysms, seizures).
• Adhere to nicotine-free policy and manage patient safety standards.

Skills

ACLS

BLS

CPI

NIHSS

EPIC charting

Education

Active RN License

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

RN - Neuro PCU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Stepdown Neuro

Duration: 13 or 26 weeks contract options

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum of 2 years required in a large, urban hospital

License: Active RN License required

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, CPI, NIHSS

Must-Have:

• EPIC charting experience required
• Previous charge experience
• Experience with mixed acuity patients
• Travel experience

Description:36 or 48-hour workweek options available.Travelers are prioritized for floating to meet staffing needs.RNs must be prepared to float frequently.The unit cares for medical surgical patients specializing in neurology and neurosurgery.Patient population includes those with strokes, aneurysms, seizures, spinal fusions, brain tumors, and other neurological conditions.Medical Surgical/Telemetry ratios are 1:5 days and 1:6 nights.Night ratios can be 1:7 but this is rare.Stepdown ratios range from 1:3 to 1:4 for both days and nights.Two years of prior experience is required.Drips are required on all floors.Candidates must have recent level 1 trauma experience.Charting is done using EPIC, and experience in this system within the last 2 years is necessary.Candidates should be aware that they may float to other units as needed.Weekend shifts consist of four weekend shifts out of eight possible during a four-week period.Weekend coverage typically includes Saturday and Sunday for day shifts and Friday and Saturday for night shifts.Requests for time off are permitted, but must be submitted with application.Travelers must work 2 out of 3 major holidays.Candidates must comply with a 100% nicotine-free policy.Additional requests for time off after confirmation are at the manager's discretion.