Med-Surg Orthopedic Trauma RN
Omaha, NE
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 11, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Orthopedics & Trauma position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and an active NE or compact RN license.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting on a 55-bed Med/Surg Ortho Trauma unit (4th Floor North & South)
• Level I Trauma Center
• Patient population includes joint replacements, fractures, colon resections, COPD exacerbation, prostatectomy, cellulitis, sepsis, ortho trauma, GI bleeds, pneumonia, and failure to thrive — serving patients of diverse cultural backgrounds including Spanish, Karen, and Burmese-speaking populations
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6; CNAs/patient care techs available at a 1:10-20 ratio
• Telemetry techs on unit to interpret strips; RNs should maintain basic tele awareness
• RNs required to titrate Heparin, lidocaine, and ketamine drips; PCA pumps also in use
• Charge nurse present on each shift and carries an assignment
• EMR: Epic
• 12-hour night shifts (1830–0700); day shift also available (0630–1900)
• Schedules posted 6 weeks in advance; limited block scheduling approved
• Typically every other weekend required; additional weekend coverage may be needed based on department demand
• 2–3 holidays required between Thanksgiving and New Year's
• Floating required to other Med/Surg areas or units with Med/Surg patients awaiting a bed
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active NE state or compact (NLC) RN license required — pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Current BLS (AHA) certification required; ACLS preferred
• Med/Surg experience required; telemetry awareness expected
• Epic EMR experience
• Candidates must permanently reside at least 50 miles from the facility — a valid driver's license is required for consideration and used to verify permanent address
• Candidates may not be currently employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) at any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity-affiliated facility
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

• Unit orientation consists of 2 days of department-specific training, followed by a pass/fail open-book skills exam on the final day of orientation — a minimum score of 90% is required to pass
• Mechanical lifts are available in every other patient room
• Strong emphasis on hourly rounding and responsiveness; unit sees high volume of admissions and discharges daily
• Success on this unit requires strong time management, good attendance, teamwork, and a patient-first attitude
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas
• RNs are required to wear navy blue scrubs
• RTO must be submitted upfront; 7 days or fewer per 13-week contract — additional RTO will not be approved after submission