Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - $828 per week in Nebraska

Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room
Location: Nebraska
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $828 per week
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 13 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Travel Registered Nurse - Orthopedic/Neurology Med/Surg

Job Summary

Join a dynamic 26-bed Medical-Surgical unit in New York, specializing in comprehensive care for orthopedic, neurology, bariatric, and total joint replacement patients. This unit is recognized for its accredited Bariatric Program and Total Joint Program of Excellence, offering a challenging yet rewarding environment for skilled Registered Nurses.

The unit features 22 private rooms and 2 semi-private rooms, fostering a patient-centered care approach. It operates at a fast pace with high energy, emphasizing strong teamwork and accountability among staff to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

This role is ideal for a Registered Nurse who thrives in a specialized Med/Surg setting and is prepared to float to other units as needed, contributing to the overall flexibility and operational efficiency of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive direct patient care to a diverse adult population on a Medical-Surgical unit.
• Manage and coordinate care for patients undergoing orthopedic, neurological, bariatric, and total joint procedures.
• Perform thorough patient assessments, administer medications, and implement nursing interventions in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and execute individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and their families on post-operative care, disease management, and health promotion.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork, communication, and accountability in all aspects of patient care.
• Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures, maintaining high standards of patient safety and quality.
• Float to other units as assigned based on facility needs.
• Note: This unit does not provide telemetry monitoring services.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of recent experience in a Medical-Surgical setting, preferably with exposure to orthopedic, neurology, bariatric, or total joint patient populations.
• Education: Not specified.

Preferred Qualifications

• Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in Medical-Surgical nursing practices.
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse patient caseload efficiently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-energy team environment.
• Commitment to accountability and patient advocacy.
• Adaptability and flexibility to float to various units as required.
• Competence in electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: AM (Days)
• Shift Duration: 12.5 hours
• Hours: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
• Days per Week: 3
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: 2026-07-19
• End Date: 2026-10-17
• Weekend Commitment: Every other weekend
• Holiday Commitment: Every other holiday
• Call Requirements: Not specified.

Licensing Requirements

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New York.
• Certifications: Not specified.