Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Kearney, NE

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical
Location: Kearney, NE
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical

Location

Kearney, NE

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | Onsite | Shifts: 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM or 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM | Every Other Weekend Required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within a 23-bed Medical Surgical unit
• Maintain nurse-to-patient ratios of up to 1:6 (1:5 on day shift Monday–Friday)
• Float to Progressive Care Unit (PCU) for Medical Surgical assignments as needed, unless telemetry trained
• Adhere to holiday scheduling requirements, with no more than one holiday off requested per contract period

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Ability to work every other weekend

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Telemetry training or experience (reduces float obligation to PCU)
• Prior Medical Surgical nursing experience in an acute care setting

Why Join Us

• Work in a vibrant Nebraska community known for its unique cultural attractions, outdoor activities, and local events
• Gain valuable contract experience in a well-structured Medical Surgical unit with defined staffing ratios