Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care on a 38-bed Medical Surgical unit managing a variety of diagnoses including pneumonia, UTI, dehydration, influenza, alcohol withdrawal, and surgical cases (orthopedic, general surgery, spinal, and urology). Why Join Us Supportive unit structure with nursing supervisors and cardiac techs available 24/7, allowing RNs to focus on patient care without reading their own telemetry strips.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Norfolk, NE
Description
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical
Location
Norfolk, NE | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Days | Onsite | 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM | Weekends and holidays as needed
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care on a 38-bed Medical Surgical unit managing a variety of diagnoses including pneumonia, UTI, dehydration, influenza, alcohol withdrawal, and surgical cases (orthopedic, general surgery, spinal, and urology)
Maintain a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5–6, with the ability to manage a 1:6 ratio; high turnover on day shift — expect admissions upon patient discharges
Titrate drips including Heparin; administer set-rate drips such as Bumex and Lasix
Conduct bedside shift report and perform proactive patient rounding
Collaborate with CNAs, cardiac techs, respiratory therapy, and nursing supervisors available 24/7; may float to IMCU for Medical Surgical assignments
Document accurately using EPIC electronic health records
Required Qualifications
Active RN licensure
BLS certification required
Minimum 1 year of Medical Surgical nursing experience
Proficiency with EPIC documentation
Ability to manage a 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio
Experience with bedside shift report
Must live at least 45 miles from the facility to be eligible
Preferred Experience / Skills
Experience caring for surgical patients including orthopedic, spinal, general surgery, and urology populations
Familiarity with respiratory therapy equipment such as trachs, CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen
Strong teamwork skills including answering call lights and collaborating effectively with CNA staff
First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Why Join Us
Supportive unit structure with nursing supervisors and cardiac techs available 24/7, allowing RNs to focus on patient care without reading their own telemetry strips
Structured orientation and a collaborative team environment that values proactive rounding and strong interdisciplinary communication