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Job Opportunity: Med/Surg RN (Medical-Surgical/Ortho)

Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Unit: Medical-Surgical Ortho
Number of Beds: 32
Patient Ratios: 1:5
Shift: 3 shifts, 12 hours each (06:30 - 19:00)
Weekend Requirement: Every 3rd weekend
Holiday Requirement: Rotating holidays required
Call/Standby: No call or standby requirement
Floating: Rare, only to other medical/surgical units if needed
Dress Code: Navy scrubs

Required Certifications & Skills

BLS (AHA) required
ACLS required
RN must pass a 90% score on a pass/fail open book exam during orientation (exam covers skills learned)
Good communication skills
Accurate documentation
Timeliness
Patient-centered care

Unit Details

Common diagnoses: Medical/Surgical patients with a specialty in post-op cancer interventions (e.g., prostatectomy, mastectomy)
RNs are required to titrate drips (heparin, lidocaine, TPN gtt)
Charge Nurse/House Supervisor role available
Nurse aides available sometimes, with ratios around 1:15 depending on sitter needs
Central monitoring with RN responsible for noticing changes (telemetry available)
No respiratory therapy equipment (vents, CPAP, BiPAP) mentioned

Orientation & Policies

Unit-specific orientation provided
Fingernail policy: Artificial nails prohibited in all patient care departments; refusal to comply results in contract termination
Radius rule: Candidates must live within 50 miles and cannot be employed full-time, part-time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit (including CHI and Dignity)
Driver’s license required at submission to verify distance

This position is ideal for RNs experienced in medical-surgical nursing with a focus on post-op cancer care, comfortable with drip titration, and able to work 12-hour shifts with weekend and holiday rotations.

Facility

CHI Health Lakeside

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Short Term Acute Care
108 beds

ADDRESS16901 Lakeside Hills CourtOmaha, NE 68130

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About Omaha, NE

As a Travel Medical Surgical 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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