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Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Kearney, Nebraska
Kearney Regional Medical Center

$2,009-2,542/week

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Medical-Surgical Nurse Travel Assignment

Location: Kearney, Nebraska

Job Details

Specialty: Medical-Surgical (general, ortho, neuro, and spine)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 12-hour shifts
- Day Shift: 06:00 - 18:30
- Night Shift: 18:00 - 06:30
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Holiday Requirement: Usually applicable May-Sept and Nov-Jan; cannot request more than 1 holiday off during contract
Floating Requirement: First to float to PCU for a MSU assignment unless telemetry trained
Patient Ratio:
- Max 1:6
- Day shift Monday-Friday typically 1:5
Unit Size: 23 beds

Required Certifications and Skills

BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
Experience or must-have skills in med-surg nursing

Additional Information

Possible required overtime: 2 additional shifts per 6 weeks
Location highlights:
- Known as the Sandhill Crane capital of the world (Feb to early April)
- Local attractions include art festivals, museums, parks, and nearby wineries
Travel distances to major cities:
- Denver, CO: ~360 miles
- Omaha, NE: ~180 miles
- Kansas City, MO: ~320 miles
- Minneapolis, MN: ~560 miles

Facility

Kearney Regional Medical Center

3.8rating(13 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Kearney Regional Medical Center

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Short Term Acute Care
30 beds

ADDRESS804 22nd AvenueKearney, NE 68845

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About Kearney, NE

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Kearney, NE here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Kearney's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 87°F, and in winter, average lows are around 13°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals can be found in Kearney, but availability may vary.
It's advisable to start the search early.

Transportation

Kearney is car-friendly with easy navigation and ample parking.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

Kearney has a diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to seasonal allergies.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Kearney offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
It also has art galleries, museums, and music events.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games, and outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing are popular.

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