CHI Health Saint Francis·Grand Island, Nebraska
Provide exceptional care to critically ill patients in the Progressive Care Unit by monitoring conditions and administering prescribed treatments. Collaborate with physicians and nursing teams to implement individualized care plans and educate patients and families on healthy habits.
Where You’ll Work The Progressive Care Unit at St.
Francis is a 33 bed unit, proudly being the primary stroke unit, along with a focus in cardiac and sepsis care.
You will have the opportunity to build on your education and experiences in areas such as cardiac, telemetry, neurology, sepsis, and surgical care.
St.
Francis Medical Center, the only Magnet designated hospital in Grand Island, NE is a non-profit facility providing quality health care to patients and communities.
St.
Francis was established in Grand Island Neb. in 1887.
Today our hospital is a regional referral center with more than 100 physicians and more than 1100 employees working together to build a healthier community.
Our goal is to provide patients with high-quality medical care close to home where they can be supported by their family friends and community. #CHIMSRES22 Job Summary and Responsibilities As our PCU Nurse at St.
Francis Medical Center, 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 Active RN licensure in the state of Nebraska or nurse licensure compact.
Basic life support through American Heart Association is required upon hire.
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification required within 5 months of hire.
Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program with an active RN license in Nebraska or a compact license. BLS certification is required upon hire, and ACLS certification must be obtained within five months.
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.
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