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Med Surg / Telemetry RN
Omaha, Nebraska
The Nebraska Medical Center

$2,078-2,333/week
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MS/Tele

Overview

  • Travel/Contract role in Omaha, Nebraska
  • 13-week contract
  • Day shift: 4x12 hours, 7:00–19:30
  • 48 hours per week
  • 36 or 48-hour scheduling option mentioned

Role Details

  • Werner Specialty Care Unit (WSCU) is a 36-bed mixed acuity unit serving adult oncology patients receiving chemotherapy or high dose chemotherapy, with or without bone marrow/stem cell transplant, and complex medication and blood product administration
  • Travelers are first to float and should be prepared to float frequently
  • RNs should be prepared to care for up to five Med Surg patients
  • Travelers do not administer chemo
  • Ratios are 1:4 days and 1:5 nights
  • Will float within scope to meet facility needs, including potentially to Bellevue campus
  • Possible float units include 4CS, 5 West, 6 Neuro, 4/5 Lied, 6/7 Lied, 7 HVU, 8 Werner, 9 Trauma, Bellevue MS, Observation, and SOTU

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Nebraska
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • BLS issued by American Heart Association
  • NIHSS
  • Med Surg / Telemetry experience with 2 years of experience
  • Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
  • One completed travel assignment
  • 2 years of prior experience in a large, urban hospital
  • Experience with Epic
  • Pending license accepted, but if the license is not in hand at submission, the traveler will be booked six weeks out

Preferred

  • ACLS
  • Chemo

Additional Requirements

  • Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
  • Up to two weeks of requested time off is permitted
  • Locals are not accepted; candidate must live more than 100 miles from the facility
  • RNs wear Steele gray scrubs with the Nebraska Medicine logo printed on the back
  • 100% nicotine-free facility

Facility

The Nebraska Medical Center

4.0rating(71 reviews)

7 nurses recommend working with The Nebraska Medical Center

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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 519 beds
ADDRESS42nd and DeweyOmaha, NE 68198
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About Omaha, NE

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Omaha, NE here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Omaha is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
Weather
  • Omaha experiences hot summers with average highs around 86°F and average lows around 65°F.
  • Winters are cold with average highs around 33°F and average lows around 14°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Omaha, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
Transportation
  • Omaha is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options include buses and a limited light rail system.
Demographics
  • Omaha has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
  • Omaha offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines.
  • The city has a thriving art and music community, with numerous galleries, live music venues, and performance spaces.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby state parks and recreational facilities.
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