Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,290 per week in Council Bluffs, IA
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Council Bluffs
Posted on: December 1, 2025
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Job Description:
TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a
qualified PCU RN in Council Bluffs, Iowa, 51503! Pay Information
$2,290 per week About The Position Job Title: Stepdown RN
Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: PCU RN Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 12H Days Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum 2
years License: Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Must-Have:
- RN's must pass an exam during orientation. - Must receive a
minimum score of 90% to pass. - Candidates must comply with the
fingernail policy; artificial nails are prohibited. - RNs are
required to titrate drips. - RNs must read and interpret telemetry
strips. Description: This is a stepdown unit with 22 beds. Nurse to
patient ratios are 1:4. Common patient diagnoses include heart
failure, atrial fibrillation, respiratory distress, and stroke. RNs
are expected to administer and manage titratable drips such as
Cardizem, amiodarone, and nitroglycerin. There will be a Charge
Nurse on each shift, who will also take a full patient assignment.
Patient care technicians are available on this unit with a ratio of
1:10. RNs may be required to troubleshoot respiratory equipment
such as CPAP. RNs are expected to participate in cyclic scheduling
with shifts from 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM and 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM. Weekend
requirements include every other weekend, and holiday requirements
include one major and one minor holiday. RNs may float to the ICU
if they have the appropriate experience. There will be one 12-hour
shift of specific orientation for the unit. Candidates must have a
positive attitude, teamwork skills, and a patient-oriented
demeanor. Additional Requests: All time-off requests must be
submitted upfront. Additional time-off requests will not be
approved after submission. The hospital reserves the right to
cancel up to four shifts during a 13-week assignment. The charting
system used is EPIC. This position requires a commitment to
delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.
28716468EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS
Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel
Nursing Adapting to new facilities and teams challenges your
problem-solving skills. You learn to navigate different protocols
and procedures, honing your ability to think critically and adapt
to varying healthcare contexts. Change environments regularly to
prevent burnout, maintaining enthusiasm and passion for your
nursing career. The variety in assignments keeps your work engaging
and fulfilling. Some travel nursing agencies provide opportunities
for continuing education, allowing you to expand your knowledge
base and stay updated on the latest advancements in healthcare.
Travel nursing offers flexibility in terms of assignment duration
and location. You can choose short-term or long-term assignments,
and the flexibility allows for a better work-life balance. Working
in various healthcare settings exposes you to different patient
populations, diseases, and treatment methods. This exposure
enhances your ability to adapt and learn, making you a more
versatile and knowledgeable healthcare professional.
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