Med Surg RN
Norfolk, NE
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical

Location

Norfolk, NE | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite | 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM | Weekends and holidays as needed

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 38-bed Medical Surgical unit managing a variety of diagnoses including pneumonia, UTI, dehydration, influenza, alcohol withdrawal, and surgical cases (orthopedic, general surgery, spinal, and urology)
• Maintain a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5–6, with the ability to manage a 1:6 ratio; high turnover on day shift — expect admissions upon patient discharges
• Titrate drips including Heparin; administer set-rate drips such as Bumex and Lasix
• Conduct bedside shift report and perform proactive patient rounding
• Collaborate with CNAs, cardiac techs, respiratory therapy, and nursing supervisors available 24/7; may float to IMCU for Medical Surgical assignments
• Document accurately using EPIC electronic health records

Required Qualifications

• Active RN licensure
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of Medical Surgical nursing experience
• Proficiency with EPIC documentation
• Ability to manage a 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Experience with bedside shift report
• Must live at least 45 miles from the facility to be eligible

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience caring for surgical patients including orthopedic, spinal, general surgery, and urology populations
• Familiarity with respiratory therapy equipment such as trachs, CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen
• Strong teamwork skills including answering call lights and collaborating effectively with CNA staff
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Why Join Us

• Supportive unit structure with nursing supervisors and cardiac techs available 24/7, allowing RNs to focus on patient care without reading their own telemetry strips
• Structured orientation and a collaborative team environment that values proactive rounding and strong interdisciplinary communication