Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 05/25/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: May 25, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Orthopedic Trauma unit at a Level I Trauma Center in Nebraska, requiring at least 2 years of experience and an active NE or compact RN license.
Details
- Acute care setting on a 55-bed Med/Surg Orthopedic Trauma unit (4th Floor South)
- Level I Trauma Center
- Patient population includes joint replacements, fractures, colon resections, COPD exacerbations, prostatectomy, cellulitis, sepsis, ortho trauma, GI bleeds, pneumonia, and failure to thrive
- Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6; nurse aides/PCTs available at a 1:10-20 ratio
- Charge nurse present on each shift and carries an assignment
- Telemetry techs interpret strips; RNs are expected to have basic telemetry awareness
- RNs required to titrate Heparin, lidocaine, and ketamine drips; PCA pumps also used
- Charting via Epic (experience required)
- 12-hour day and night shifts available (0630–1900 or 1830–0700); travelers are assigned schedules with limited block scheduling available
- Typically every other weekend required, with potential for additional weekend coverage based on unit demand
- 2–3 holidays required between Thanksgiving and New Year's
- Floating required to other med/surg areas or units with med/surg patients
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active NE or Compact (NLC) RN license required; pending licenses are not accepted
- Current BLS certification (AHA) required; pending certifications are not accepted
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Med/Surg experience required
- Telemetry awareness and experience with titratable drips (Heparin, lidocaine, ketamine) and PCA pumps required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Driver's license required for consideration (used to verify candidate resides at least 50 miles from the facility)
- 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
Additional Information
- Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility; driver's license is used to verify permanent address
- Candidates may not be currently employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) at any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity; candidates who worked PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered
- Unit-specific orientation is 2 days, followed by a pass/fail open-book skills exam on the first Friday of orientation — a score of 90% or higher is required to pass
- RTO requests (7 days or fewer per 13-week contract) must be submitted upfront; additional RTO will not be approved
- Unit serves a diverse patient population including Spanish-, Karen-, and Burmese-speaking patients
- Mechanical lifts are available in every other room
- Strong emphasis on hourly rounding, patient responsiveness, and managing multiple admissions and discharges within a single shift
- Navy blue scrubs required for RNs
- Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas
- Schedules are posted 6 weeks in advance
American Traveler Job ID #P-700230. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg - Orthopedics
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.