PCU/IMC/Stepdown RN in Kearney, Nebraska
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Kearney, NE
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,223/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $61.75
- Weekly
- $2,223
- Yearly (full-time)
- $115,596
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $61.75/hour — 52% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Nebraska ($40.74/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Nebraska right now
- 342 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Nebraska from 4 agencies, 55 of them in Kearney.
- Pay in these listings: $16.67 – $112/hour, median $63.11/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Nebraska: $40.74/hour ($84,739/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: GHR Healthcare ($65.56/hour across 15 jobs).
Job description
This 13-week travel opportunity in Kearney, Nebraska, offers you the chance to work night shifts on a PCU/Tele unit, floating to Med Surg and ICU for PCU patients. Ideal for experienced healthcare professionals with skills in post-cath lab care, this role involves night-time shifts of 12 hours, providing a steady yet engaging rhythm. You’ll join a team caring for a diverse patient population in a facility with 21 beds and a patient ratio of 1:4, where your expertise in BLS, NIHSS, and ACLS will be actively utilized. The assignment stands out for its mix of stability and variety, with weekly gross earnings around $2,223.16, and the flexibility to float when needed—making every shift a new experience.
Weather:
Around this time, Kearney generally enjoys mild to warm weather, with pleasant days suitable for outdoor activities. Expect some cool evenings, perfect for unwinding after your shift.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the Great Platte River Road Archway: Explore this impressive archway museum celebrating historic westward expansion.
- Day Trip to Nebraska National Forest: Enjoy hiking, wildlife watching, and scenic views in this sprawling natural preserve.
- Explore Kearney Canal and Trails: Take a relaxing walk or bike ride along scenic routes in the city.
- Tour the Museum of Nebraska Art: Discover regional art and cultural exhibits.
- Day Trip to the Sandhills: Experience the unique ecosystem of one of the world's most expansive grass-covered sandy regions.
Job Specifics:
Location: Kearney, Nebraska
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks, with a commitment of 36 hours per week
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