Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg / ER | (Day Shift)
About The Position
Are you an experienced Travel RN looking for your next contract? We are seeking a flexible, highly skilled Travel Registered Nurse (RN) with combined Med Surg and Emergency Room (ER) experience to join our team in Cozad, NE. In this dual-role capacity, you will deliver comprehensive inpatient care on general medical-surgical units while staying ready to assist in emergency response. This position is ideal for nurses with Critical Access Hospital experience who excel in fast-paced, dynamic clinical environments. Great local housing options are available, including a convenient rental right across the street from the hospital campus!
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program.
- Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Nebraska (or compact/NLC state license).
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC).
- Proven experience in both Med/Surg and ER acute care settings.
- Experience with or adaptability to TruBridge EHR charting.
- Strong physical assessment, critical thinking, and acute inpatient care skills with the ability to balance multiple competing priorities efficiently.
Nice To Haves
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS).
- Critical Access Hospital experience and familiarity with telemetry or post-operative care.
Responsibilities
- Perform complete patient assessments, continuously monitoring vital signs, clinical laboratory results, and responses to treatment plans.
- Administer medications, injections, IV therapies, and perform basic procedures (wound care, dressing changes, specimen collection).
- Manage patient care across both Med Surg units and the ER, rapidly prioritizing care based on patient acuity and emergent needs.
- Collaborate seamlessly with physicians, mid-level providers, ancillary teams, and case managers to develop care plans and ensure smooth discharge transitions.
- Accurately document all treatments, interventions, and assessments using the TruBridge EHR system.
- Provide clear, empathetic education to patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment steps, and post-discharge care.
Benefits
- Great local housing options are available, including a convenient rental right across the street from the hospital campus!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
