Registered Nurse / Step Down Unit

Job Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Step Down Unit care is sought for a hospital in Omaha, Nebraska. This role involves providing high-level patient care in an acute care setting, supporting adult patients in a 12-hour night shift schedule. The position emphasizes teamwork, patient respect, and compassionate care across a diverse patient population.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 48 hours per week, starting on 08/31/2026.
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license; minimum of 2 years of clinical experience; experience in step down and/or ICU units preferred but not mandatory; could be recent graduate with strong clinical background.
• Certifications: BLS (American Heart Association) and ACLS required.
• Experience Requirements: 2 years of nursing experience; open to first-time travelers with appropriate clinical skills.
• Charge Nurse Experience: Not explicitly required.
• Float: Float to other medical/surgical and step down units may be required; float assignments will remain within same level of care.
• Orientation: Two days of unit-specific orientation provided.
• Drips & Skills: Ability to titrate insulin, Cardizem, and manage common drips including chemotherapy, Heparin, and Protonix; comfortable with titratable medications.
• Respiratory Equipment: High-flow oxygen therapy, BiPAP, ventilators may be encountered on this unit.
• Equipment: Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system is Epic; IV pumps include Alaris; additional equipment such as Lyko lifts in even-numbered rooms.
• Support Staff: Nursing assistants, charge nurse, physical/occupational therapists, case managers, social workers, educators, and dietitians are available to support patient care.
• Patient Experience: Focus on hourly rounds and bedside shift reporting, with an emphasis on respectful, compassionate patient interactions.
• Team Culture: Care centered on genuine concern for patients, positive attitude, and teamwork in a diverse environment.
• Additional Notes: Candidates must have a valid drivers license and be within 50 miles of the facility; artificial nails are prohibited in patient care areas; experience in oncology preferred but not required.
• Licensing: License to submit is required; BSN is not mandatory.
• Trauma Level: Level 1.
• Care Setting: Acute care.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Free checking / direct deposit
• Unlimited free CE credits

Other

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