Registered Nurse - NRC

son; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 71,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) seeks skilled Registered Nurses to join Norfolk Regional Center, Behavioral Health Division, providing high-quality care to adult males with psychiatric conditions.

Starting pay is $51.336 per hour with shift differentials. Available 8- and 12-hour shifts; regular schedule includes two 8-hour and two 12-hour shifts weekly with every 3rd weekend rotation.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska.
• Candidates may obtain licensure within 90 days of application.
• Valid driver's license or ability to provide independent transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and document findings.
• Perform patient interventions and administer medications as ordered.
• Coordinate case management and review doctors' orders.
• Arrange for lab protocols and prepare for patient care.
• May lead or supervise other nursing staff.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Nebraska licensure

Driver's license

Job description

Registered Nurse - NRC (Evergreen) (Open)

Job ID: JR2026-00029242

Location: Norfolk, NE

Hiring Rate: $51.336

Job Description

The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, "Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter.

We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.

We are looking for skilled, professional Registered Nurses to join our team at Norfolk Regional Center. In this role you will be an integral part of our Behavioral Health Division and provide critical care to adult patients with mental illness at Norfolk Regional Center (NRC).

The Norfolk Regional Center (NRC) was created by an act of the Nebraska Legislature in 1885. NRC currently serves two distinct populations of adult males who are committed by a Mental Health Board for inpatient psychiatric treatment. In 2006, NRC began providing treatment to individuals who have sexually offended. The Nebraska Sex Offender (SO) Treatment Program improves public safety by reducing the risk of re-offense, while also improving the quality of patients' lives.

In 2018, NRC opened the Medical Support Program and began providing high quality nursing and medical treatment for men with significant physical conditions and a variety of psychiatric, cognitive, and aging issues. The program provides activities designed to maintain optimal functioning while at the same time meeting the specific psychiatric care and safety needs of each patient.

You have the passion, we have the opportunities - let's make a difference for Nebraskans

Registered Nurses perform general nursing duties including:

• Assessment
• Documentation
• Patient interventions
• Case management
• Medical administration
• Review of doctors' orders
• Arranging for lab protocols
• May lead/direct the work of other nurses and/or paraprofessional staff

Starting Pay Rate: $51.336/hour /hour. Additional Facility Differential Pay of $3.00/hour when working and additional shift differentials up to $2.50 paid for 2nd and 3rd shifts when working.

Available Shift Options

• 8-Hour Shifts - Night Shift: 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
• 12-Hour Shifts - Overnight Shift: 6:45 p.m. - 7:15 a.m.

Scheduling Structure

Current positions available work a combination of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts on the overnight shift.

Our regular scheduling model offers consistency and predictability, including:

Two 8-hour shifts and two 12-hour shifts each week

Every 3rd weekend rotation

Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a registered nurse in Nebraska.
• Other: Consideration will be given to applicants who will receive a degree / license within 90 days of application date. Candidates must obtain licensure prior to employment. Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex.

age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.