Registered Nurse - Telemetry/Med-Surg
Location: Omaha, NE
Start Date: 12-15-2025
End Date: 03-16-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts, 06:30 AM - 07:00 PM, every other weekend (day_night)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $62 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Assess and monitor adult medical-surgical and telemetry patients, recognizing changes in condition and escalating concerns promptly
- Administer medications and IV therapies safely using Alaris IV pumps and follow hospital protocols
- Perform accurate documentation in Epic to ensure clear, timely patient records
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate excellent patient-centered care
- Provide patient and family education about diagnoses, treatments, and discharge planning
- Float to neighboring units (6E, acute rehab, geriatric psych) as needed while maintaining high standards of care
- Participate in orientation activities and complete required competency assessments
Qualifications
- Active RN license (eligible to practice in Nebraska) required for submission
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience, preferably in telemetry or medical-surgical settings
- BLS certification required; other relevant certifications a plus
- Comfortable and experienced with Epic charting and Alaris IV pumps
- Valid driver's license required at time of submission (radius rule enforcement)
- Able to pass an open-book orientation skills exam with a 90% score (per facility policy)
- Must not be currently employed (FT/PT/PRN) at any CommonSpirit facility including CHI or Dignity
- Positive, team-focused attitude and ability to work every other weekend
Education
- Active RN license required
- BLS certification required
- BSN preferred but not required
Knowledge & Skills
- Telemetry monitoring and interpretation
- Medical-surgical nursing best practices
- Proficiency with Epic electronic medical record
- Experience with Alaris IV pump programming and troubleshooting
- Strong clinical assessment and prioritization skills
- Clear communication and teamwork across disciplines
- Cultural sensitivity; familiarity with diverse patient populations (including Korean-speaking patients) is a plus
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend to make your temporary stay comfortable and convenient
- Medical, dental & vision coverage options so you and your family are looked after
- 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
- Life insurance to protect what matters most
- Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
- Travel reimbursement and support for a smooth move
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials up to date
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend and earn rewards
- A supportive team that values YOU and celebrates great care
Travel Perks: Explore Omaha, NE
Explore Omaha during your assignment: stroll the Old Market for dining and boutique shopping, visit Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium (one of the nation’s top zoos), walk the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge along the riverfront, relax in Lauritzen Gardens, or hike Fontenelle Forest for a nature break. Enjoy local breweries, museums like the Durham, and easy day trips — Lincoln is about an hour away for more city options.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Telemetry/Med-Surg? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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