TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Kearney, Nebraska, 68847!
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical / Orthopedics
Location
Kearney, NE
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Night Shift (6:30 PM – 6:30 AM) | Onsite | Every other weekend required | Holiday rotation with permanent staff
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care on a Medical Surgical / Orthopedic unit with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5–6
- Care for patients with diagnoses including total knee, hip, ankle, and shoulder replacements, as well as spinal procedures
- Administer and monitor set-rate drips including pain medications, antibiotics, and blood products
- Collaborate with charge nurses, patient care techs, and telemetry technicians to ensure safe, coordinated patient care
- Float as needed to Med Surg, rehab, or PCU units at Med Surg acuity levels
- Participate in self-scheduling with cyclic rotation and adhere to unit policies and orientation requirements
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license in good standing
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Valid driver's license required at time of submittal
- Ability to pass a unit-specific open-book skills exam with a minimum score of 90% during orientation
- Compliance with facility fingernail policy — artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments
- Availability to arrive on-call callbacks within 30 minutes if called back in
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior experience in Medical Surgical or Orthopedic nursing
- Familiarity with telemetry monitoring equipment and post-surgical patient care
- Experience working in a team-oriented environment with a flexible, ownership-driven approach to patient care
Why Join Us
- Work on a collaborative unit with 24/7 phlebotomy support, telemetry technicians, and patient care aides to support your practice
- Join a team that values flexibility, teamwork, and a willingness to grow within a structured and supportive environment