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Registered Nurse - Stepdown (PCU)
Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa
Start Date: 08-03-2026
End Date: 11-02-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Night shift, 12-hour shifts (6:30 PM - 7:00 AM), cyclic scheduling, every other weekend
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $64 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate care to stepdown patients with diagnoses such as heart failure, afib, respiratory distress, and stroke
- Manage and titrate critical drips including Cardizem, amiodarone, and nitro
- Interpret telemetry strips and respond to rhythm changes
- Collaborate with charge nurse and patient care techs to ensure safe nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4
- Float to ICU if appropriate and experienced
- Adapt quickly to a fast-paced unit with high admission and discharge volume
Qualifications
- Active RN license with at least 2 years of stepdown or PCU experience
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
- Experience with telemetry interpretation and CPAP management
- Ability to titrate drips and manage cardiac medications
- Must pass an open-book skills exam during orientation (90% required)
- Valid driver's license required at submittal for distance verification
Knowledge & Skills
- Proficient in EPIC charting system
- Strong understanding of cardiac drips and titration
- Knowledge of telemetry monitoring and strip interpretation
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Commitment to patient-centered care in a high-acuity setting
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend to make your travel assignment comfortable
- Weekly pay with competitive rates
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage available
- Travel reimbursement to get you to Council Bluffs
- Licensure reimbursement and assistance
- A supportive team that values your skills and dedication
Travel Perks: Explore Council Bluffs, Iowa
Explore the vibrant Omaha-Council Bluffs area! Enjoy the riverfront parks, casinos, and the Old Market district. Take a weekend trip to the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, or relax along the Missouri River. With nearby hiking trails and cultural attractions, there's always something new to discover.
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Stepdown (PCU)? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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