Dignity Health Medical Group·Kearney, Nebraska
The PCU Nurse will provide exceptional care to critically ill patients by monitoring and managing their conditions, and administering prescribed medications and treatments. Responsibilities also include collaborating on individualized care plans, performing essential nursing tasks like dressing changes and vital sign monitoring, and educating patients and families.
Where You’ll Work The PCU at CHI Health Good Samaritan is a 49 bed unit.
We specialize in intermediate care.
All patients have additional monitoring via telemetry.
We strive to provide a level of care and highly skilled nurses that allow our community and surrounding areas to receive health care close to home.
Established by the Sisters of the St.
Francis in 1924, CHI Health Good Samaritan is a 268-bed regional referral center in Kearney, Nebraska.
At CHI Health Good Samaritan you’ll find an advanced level trauma center that also offers AirCare emergency helicopter transport and an ambulance program providing long distance and local 911 service.
Among our many other services are cardiac care including open-heart surgery, a level II neonatal intensive care unit, a nationally accredited cancer center, comprehensive neurosurgery, advanced orthopedic program, and inpatient and outpatient mental health services at our free-standing Richard Young Behavioral Health facility. #CHIMSRES22 Job Summary and Responsibilities As our PCU Nurse at Good Samaritan Hosptial, you will help critically ill patients by providing exceptional care, monitoring and managing their conditions, and administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Every day you will be helping patients recover from surgery, accidents, illness, or complications from chronic conditions, with the goal of transfer or discharge.
To be successful in this role, you must be diligent and observant, with the ability to quickly spot changes in their patients’ condition and act appropriately.
Collaborate with physicians and nursing team to devise and implement individualized care plans for patients Administer medications, change dressings, monitor vital signs, and chart with timely documentation Educate patients and their families on prevention and healthy habits, while fostering a supportive and compassionate environment We are offering up to $15,000 sign-on bonus and up to $10,000 educational assistance to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.
Job Requirements Required Graduate of an accredited nursing program Current Registered Nurse (RN) license that allows you to practice in our state Basic Life Support (BLS) required Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 5 months of hire
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing program and hold a current Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in the state of practice. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required immediately, and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within five months of hire.
Market context
Nebraska PCU RN openings are typically driven by ongoing hospital demand for experienced bedside nurses who can manage higher-acuity patients and coordinate closely with interdisciplinary teams. These roles are competitive because employers often look for an accredited nursing background, an active Nebraska or compact RN license, and timely BLS and ACLS compliance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and ACLS timeline before applying.
