RN Burn

CommonSpirit Health; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 49,593 - 71,910; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of $10,000

Education assistance up to $10,000

Tuition reimbursement for full time ($3,000) and part time ($1,500)

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Burn and Wound Unit in Lincoln, Nebraska. In this role, you will deliver top-quality patient care, collaborate with medical teams, and monitor patients' conditions. The position requires strong clinical and interpersonal skills, and an RN license is mandatory.

We offer a supportive environment with various benefits including a sign-on bonus and tuition reimbursement. Join our team to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Responsible for delivering high-quality patient care according to physicians' orders.
• Ability to assess and monitor patient conditions and needs.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients' conditions and assess their needs.
• Collaborate with physicians to create individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and provide treatments as instructed.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Compassionate attitude

Independent work

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

The Burn and Wound Unit is a 16‑bed center with two dedicated operating rooms and procedures and treatment rooms for the ongoing care of burns and wounds. The St. Elizabeth Burn Center is the region’s only dedicated burn unit and is verified by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the American Burn Association (ABA).

Special Designation – Services to Burn Patients and the Community

• Specialized care, services, equipment and staff trained to treat the most critical burn injuries
• Leadership in research, education and prevention
• Resource to area hospitals in the region

As a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for delivering the highest quality patient care according to the specific orders of each patient’s physician, utilizing your knowledge and skills to educate patients and their families on prevention and healthy habits.

Additional Responsibilities

• Monitoring patients’ conditions and assessing their needs
• Collaborating with physicians and other nurses to devise individualized care plans
• Administering patients’ medications and providing treatments per physicians’ orders
• Fostering a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families

Job Requirements

We are looking for a responsible and compassionate Registered Nurse with top‑notch clinical skills, a caring attitude, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to effectively educate patients and families on home healthcare processes.

Additional Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license that allows practice in our state
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Experience as a Registered Nurse preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required
• Specialty certification (e.g., CCRN, CNOR, CEN) preferred
• Additional certification or licensure may be required for some specialty areas

Compensation and Benefits

• Base rate plus shift differential
• Incentives: $10,000 sign‑on bonus, up to $10,000 education assistance (must have graduated within 5 years)
• Tuition reimbursement: $3,000 for full time, $1,500 for part time
• Nurse residency program offered for all new graduates

Nurse Residency Cohorts

• July 20th, 2026 cohort
• October 12th, 2026 cohort

Pay Range

$36.00 – $52.20 per hour

For more information, visit: http://www.chihealthstelizabeth.com/burn-and-wound-care.html