TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg / Ortho RN in Omaha, Nebraska, 68124!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN (Registered Nurse)
Specialty: Medical Surgical Ortho Trauma
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 12 Hour Nights
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: Minimum of 2 years
License: Required
Certifications: BLS required, ACLS preferred
Must-Have: Driver's license required, ability to pass a skills exam during orientation
Description:
The unit cares for patients with medical surgical and orthopedic trauma diagnoses.
Common diagnoses include joint replacements, fractures, COPD exacerbation, and sepsis.
The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:5-6.
Nurses are required to titrate heparin, lidocaine, and ketamine drips.
PCA pumps are commonly used.
A charge nurse is present on each shift and takes an assignment.
Patient care techs and nurse aides are available on the unit, with a typical ratio of 1:10-20.
Telemonitor techs will interpret strips, but nurses should have tele awareness.
Shifts are typically scheduled from 0630-1900 and 1830-0700.
Travelers will be scheduled, with some block scheduling approved.
Weekend requirements typically include every other weekend, with schedules posted 6 weeks in advance.
Holiday coverage is required for 2-3 holidays from Thanksgiving to New Year.
Floating may be required to other medical surgical areas.
Dress code for nurses is navy blue scrubs.
Orientation consists of 2 days specific to the unit.
The unit focuses on hourly rounding and responsiveness.
Successful nurses demonstrate good attendance, teamwork, and compassion for patients.
The unit serves a diverse patient population, including those from various cultural backgrounds.
RTO requests need to be made upfront, with no additional requests approved post submission.
Clients can cancel up to 4 shifts per assignment.
Charting is done using EPIC.