First Connect Health 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: 10/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
RN – Inpatient Rehabilitation / Med Surg
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join a 35-bed Inpatient Rehabilitation unit within a Level II Trauma facility. This role focuses on caring for adult and geriatric patients recovering from neurological conditions, strokes, spinal cord injuries, amputations, brain injuries, and other complex medical conditions.
The ideal candidate should be compassionate, organized, collaborative, and comfortable working in a rehabilitation-focused environment while supporting patients through their recovery journey.
Facility & Unit Details
- Department: Inpatient Rehabilitation
- Trauma Level: Level II
- Beds: 35
- Charting System: EPIC
- Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
- Care Environment: Inpatient Rehabilitation
- Patient Ratios:
Required Certification
Patient Population
Common diagnoses and patient types include:
- Stroke/CVA
- Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
- Amputations
- Brain Injury (BI)
- Recovery following critical illness
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Parkinson's disease
- Other neurological and rehabilitation conditions
Clinical Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to rehabilitation patients.
- Perform assessments and monitor changes in patient condition.
- Administer medications, antibiotics, anticoagulants, and antiplatelet therapies.
- Support patients with neurological and functional impairments.
- Collaborate with therapy teams and the interdisciplinary care team.
- Promote patient independence, safety, and recovery.
- Provide patient and family education.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EPIC.
- Demonstrate strong organization, prioritization, and clinical judgment.
Medication Management
RNs are not required to titrate drips on this unit.
Common medications/therapies include:
- Antibiotics
- Anticoagulation
- Antiplatelet medications
Staffing & Support
- Charge Nurse: Available on each shift
- Nurse Aide/PCT Support: Approximately 1:10–15
- Strong interdisciplinary collaboration with rehabilitation and therapy teams
Scheduling
- Day Shift: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Night Shift: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
- Scheduling: Cyclic self-scheduling
- Weekend: Minimum every 3rd weekend
- Holidays: Minimum 2 holidays
- Call/Standby: None
Floating
Floating is required based on staffing and operational needs.
- RNs may float to Med-Surg units.
- Candidates should be comfortable adapting to a different patient population and care environment when required.
Orientation
- Classroom/facility orientation
- Followed by 2 × 12-hour unit shifts with appropriate orientation/precepting
Skills & Attributes for Success
Successful nurses on this unit demonstrate:
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent organization
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Innovative problem-solving skills
- Compassionate patient care
- Integrity and professionalism
- Commitment to excellence
- Inclusive and respectful approach to patient care
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Required Compliance
50-Mile Radius Rule
- Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility.
- A driver's license is required at submission and will be used to determine the candidate's distance from the facility.
- Candidates may not currently be full-time, part-time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity.
Orientation Competency Exam
- RN must complete a pass/fail open-book exam on Friday during orientation.
- The exam covers skills learned during orientation.
- Necessary resources are provided to support successful completion.
- Minimum passing score: 90%.
- Failure to achieve the required score may result in termination of the assignment.
Fingernail Policy
- Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient-care departments.
- Refusal to comply with the facility's nail policy may result in termination of the contract.
RTO Policy
- RTO must be submitted upfront.
- Maximum of 7 days of RTO per 13-week contract.
- Additional RTO will not be approved, including after submission.
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About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus