12 Nebraska Transitional Care Unit (TCU) Jobs
Travel Nurse (RN) - Step Down Unit
$3,162/wk
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Additional Information
Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.
Additional Details:
An interview may not be available prior to offer.
Resume: Each employment history entry must include all the following: detailed duties, hospital size, unit size, trauma level (if applicable), patient ratio, teaching facility.
References: At least one reference must be from the same unit/specialty as the job you're applying to.
Required Skills/Experience: Oncology and PCU experience required. Minimum 1 year of charge nurse experience.
Required Credentials: Open-book skills exam on Friday during orientation; must score 90% or higher to pass. You are required to pass a Basic Dysrhythmia/EKG exam during onboarding.
Special Requests: Any employment gaps greater than 30 days must be explained. Cannot have worked at any CommonSpirit location within the last 12 months. Cannot apply to more than one job order on the same unit and shift at the facility. Cannot be full-time, part-time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI or Dignity. RTO must be submitted upfront; 7 or fewer days are allowed per 13-week contract. Additional RTO will not be approved after submission.
Unit Details: Mixed PCU/Med-Surg/Oncology unit caring for adult oncology and trauma patients. Nurse-patient ratios: 1:4 PCU, 1:5 Med/Surg; nights 1:5-6 patients. Common drips/medications include chemotherapy, heparin, cardizem, and protonix. May titrate insulin and cardizem drips. Uses Alaris IV pumps and Lyko lifts. Ventilator and hemodynamic monitoring including CVP, A-line, Swan, EV-1000, and ICP; real-time training available.
Shift & Scheduling: Every other weekend. Self-scheduling.
Floating Requirements: Float to Med/Surg and PCU units at the same level of care.
Transitional Care Travel Nurse Job Responsibilities and Salary
The job responsibilities of a Transitional Care nurse are to provide skilled nursing care. This includes maintaining ventilators, administering respiratory treatments, and administering medications such as IV fluids and IV antibiotics. TCU nurses also provide wound care and education to patients and families. Both Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses can work in Transitional Care settings. As people recover from extensive illnesses, TCU nurses are in high demand. The average annual salary in the United States for a Transitional Care nurse is around $80,000. Salaries may be higher if the nurse has relevant certifications or additional years of experience.
Transitional Care Unit (TCU) Travel Nurse Jobs in Nebraska
Transitional Care nurses work in hospital and skilled rehab settings. The Transitional Care Unit (TCU) is an intermediate unit between acute care and home. Patients in this unit are still recovering from an acute illness or injury and need additional rehab and care before going home. Job descriptions for Transitional Care nurses note excellent critical thinking skills and prior rehab experience. Are you looking for your dream job? Explore the many Transitional Care travel nurse opportunities below.
