Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Orthopedic - $2,224 per week in Omaha, NE

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Omaha
Posted on: February 11, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Med/Surg / Orthopedic Location: Omaha, NE Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,224 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 3/2/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg / Ortho RN in Omaha, Nebraska, 68124! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN (Registered Nurse) Specialty: Medical Surgical Ortho Trauma Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12 Hour Nights Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 2 years License: License required for submission Certifications: BLS required, ACLS preferred Must-Have: Candidates must not be employed in any full-time, part-time, or PRN positions with any associated facilities. Description: The department is focused on providing Medical Surgical and Ortho care. Candidates must adhere to the fingernail policy, which prohibits artificial nails. Refusal to comply with the policy may result in termination. RNs must pass a pass/fail exam on the skills learned during orientation. All necessary resources will be provided to ensure a passing score. Candidates must receive at least 90% to pass the examination. The unit consists of 55 beds with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6. Common diagnoses and types of patients include joint replacements, fractures, colon resections, COPD exacerbations, prostatectomy, cellulitis, sepsis, orthopedic trauma, GI bleeds, pneumonia, and patients with failure to thrive. RNs will be required to titrate drips, including heparin, lidocaine, and ketamine, while PCA pumps are commonly used. There is a charge nurse available on each shift, and the charge nurse will take an assignment. Patient care technicians are present on the unit with ratios of 1:10-20. Tele/monitor techs will interpret telemetry, while RNs should have some awareness of telemetry monitoring. Shifts will be scheduled, and limited block scheduling may be approved. Weekend work will be required every other weekend. Holiday requirements include working 2-3 holidays from Thanksgiving to New Year's. Floating to other medical surgical areas or units with MedSurg patients waiting for a MedSurg bed is a requirement. Nurses are required to wear navy blue scrubs. Unit-specific orientation consists of 2 days. The unit employs mechanical lifts in every other room and emphasizes hourly rounding and responsiveness. Successful nurses are those who can manage daily operations, maintain good attendance, and demonstrate teamwork, friendliness, compassion, and commitment to patient care. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse range of assignments on your resume showcases your adaptability, versatility, and resilience. This can make you a more attractive candidate for future job opportunities and career advancement. In times of public health crises, travel nurses often play essential roles in vaccination campaigns, disease control efforts, and other initiatives that contribute to the well-being of communities. Travel nurses may benefit from tax advantages such as housing stipends and per diems, helping them maximize their income and financial stability. Travel nurses often form close bonds with colleagues who share similar adventurous spirits. This camaraderie can provide a strong support system during assignments and beyond. Travel nursing allows you to experience different cultures firsthand. Working in new locations exposes you to unique customs, traditions, and perspectives, fostering cultural competence and enriching your personal and professional life. Requirements Required for Onboarding BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29326500EXPTEMP

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