Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Lincoln, NE
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Med Surg RN (Registered Nurse) - Night Shift

Location: Lincoln, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Shift: Night (1830-0700)
• Hours Guaranteed: 36 hours per week
• Unit: Medical-Surgical (Med Surg)
• Beds: 42
• Patient Ratios: 1:5-6 (1:6 ratio occurs at least once a week)
• Common Patient Types: Medical, surgical, orthopedics
• Charge Nurse: Present on each shift and takes assignments
• Nurse Aids/Patient Care Techs: Yes, ratio approximately 1:10-12
• Telemetry: Telemetry on the floor with centralized Tele station
• Respiratory Therapist (RT): Available 24 hours on the floor
• Drips: No titratable drips except Heparin
• Floating Requirements: May float to PCU or Burn units
• Orientation: First week classroom, followed by two 12-hour shifts on the floor
• Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs (scrubs provided)
• Weekend/Holiday Requirement: As needed
• Call/Standby: None

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of unit experience in Med Surg nursing
• Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• License: Registered Nurse (RN) license appropriate for Nebraska
• Additional Requirements:

  • Must pass a 90% score on a pass/fail open book exam during orientation
  • Artificial nails prohibited in all patient care areas
  • Valid driver’s license required at submission to verify candidate is within 50 miles radius
  • Candidates may not be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit (including CHI and/or Dignity)

Additional Notes

• Radius rule: Candidates must live within 50 miles of the facility
• Return to Office (RTO) required within 7 days of contract start; no additional RTO extensions allowed
• No prior travel experience explicitly required

This position is ideal for Med Surg RNs seeking a night shift travel contract in Nebraska with a structured orientation and supportive team environment.