Travel Stepdown Registered Nurse - Elkhorn, Nebraska

Discover the charm of Elkhorn, Nebraska—where vibrant community living meets the open skies of the Midwest. When you're not making a real impact on patient lives, enjoy the peaceful pace of the surrounding prairies, unique local restaurants, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. As a travel nurse in this region, you'll both expand your professional horizons and enjoy rewarding cultural experiences outside of your shifts.

As a Progressive Care/Stepdown RN in Eastern Nebraska’s premier medical center, you’ll work on a dynamic, mixed-acuity 28-bed unit with a focus on oncology and trauma populations. This opportunity promises outstanding exposure to varied patient diagnoses, leading-edge equipment, and high-acuity protocols. Collaborate with a vibrant team recognized for their focus on teamwork, compassionate care, and inclusivity. Working here means bolstering your clinical and leadership skills—while learning from tenured staff and taking part in best-practice approaches from charge and educator-led initiatives.

Schedule:

• 13-week assignment
• 36 hours per week
• 12-hour shifts: choose from day (7a–7p), mid, evening, or night shifts
• Every other weekend required
• Self-scheduling for flexibility

Qualifications:

• Active RN license
• Minimum 1 year PCU and/or oncology experience
• Chemo certification (ONS/ONCC) required
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• NIHSS preferred
• Open to first-time travelers
• Willingness to assist with hourly rounding and diversity of patient backgrounds
• Team-oriented attitude and dedication to quality patient care
• Must pass an open-book clinical skills exam during orientation (90%+ required)
• Must comply with strict nail hygiene (no artificial nails)

Responsibilities:

• Care for adult oncology and trauma patients in PCU/Med Surg setting
• Titrate drips such as chemotherapy, heparin, and cardizem
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team
• Utilize EPIC EMR and operate Alaris IV pumps, Lyko lifts
• Float within similar levels of care as needed

Benefits:

• Tax-advantaged travel stipends for housing and meals
• Travel assistance and relocation support
• Premium compensation for travel professionals
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, 401(k), and solid job security

Experience professional and personal growth while enjoying the adventure that comes with travel nursing. Advance your career—apply now for this sought-after position!