Med-Surg/Ortho Trauma Telemetry Nurse
Omaha, NE
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - Med Surg Orthopedic

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour night shifts from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend requirement
• 2-3 holidays required from Thanksgiving to New Year's
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:5-6 on 55-bed unit
• Care for patients with joint replacements, fractures, colon resections, COPD exacerbations, prostatectomy, cellulitis, sepsis, orthopedic trauma, GI bleeds, pneumonia, and failure to thrive
• Required to titrate heparin, lidocaine, and ketamine drips; manage PCA pumps
• Float to other medical surgical areas or units with med-surg patients as needed
• Required certifications: BLS (AHA required), ACLS preferred
• Must pass open book skills exam on Friday during orientation with 90% score to continue
• 2-day unit-specific orientation provided
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs required
• Must maintain artificial nail prohibition policy
• Driver's license required for 50-mile radius verification
• Use EPIC charting system
• Work with diverse patient population including Spanish, Karen, and Burmese speaking patients
• Focus on hourly rounding, responsiveness, and managing multiple discharges and admissions daily

Facility:

This Level 1 trauma center provides comprehensive acute care services with a strong focus on medical surgical and orthopedic patient care. The facility features modern equipment including mechanical lifts and advanced telemetry monitoring systems. The organization emphasizes quality patient care, cultural diversity, and maintains high standards for nursing excellence with structured orientation programs and ongoing education requirements.

Location:

Omaha, NE

Omaha offers a vibrant metropolitan experience in the heart of the Midwest, known for its thriving healthcare community, diverse cultural attractions, and excellent work-life balance. The city provides numerous recreational opportunities, a growing food scene, and affordable living costs while maintaining proximity to major urban amenities.