RN (Fellow) -Med/Surg to ED

Nebraska Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance up to $5,000/yr

Clarkson College 35% discount

Career advancement opportunities with

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking an RN Fellow for a Medical Surgical to ED track. The program targets new graduates, offering a structured 18-24 month fellowship to build competency for Emergency Staff Nurse roles with time on Clarkson Med/Surg unit opening December 2026.

The position involves flexible day/night shifts, weekends, rotating holidays, and call. Tuition assistance is available up to $5,000/year along with Clarkson College discounts and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• ADN or Nursing Diploma required.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to show initiative, teamwork and flexibility.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska or a compact state.
• BLS certification from an AHA-endorsed program.

Responsibilities

• Participate in an 18-24 month fellowship to develop competency for Emergency Staff Nurse.
• Time on Clarkson Med/Surg unit (4 Clarkson) opening December 2026.
• Gain experience managing titratable drips, chest tubes, high-flow oxygen, and end-of-life care.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Flexibility

RN license in NE or Compact

Education

Associate degree in nursing (ADN)

Nursing Diploma

BSN preferred

Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift

RN (Fellow) Medical Surgical to ED Fellow (All applications must be received by September 25th.)

Panel Interviews will be conducted October 1st and 2nd.

Open to August and December 2026 Grads.

Shift Details

• Days and Nights (Need to be flexible)
• also required to work weekends, rotating holiday’s, call and occasional backup on secondary shift

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.

Leading Health Network: Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.

Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.

Educational Support

• up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance
• 35% discount at Clarkson College
• career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs

Position Highlights

You can also be considered for the "Medical Surgical to ED Fellow" offers a 18-24 month fellowship program for new graduate Registered Nurses to assist in developing competency in nursing that will allow for an adequate transition into an Emergency Staff Nurse. This fellowship will provide time on our new 4 Clarkson Med/Surg unit – Opening December 2026!

4 Clarkson is a newly remodeled, 45-bed Medical Surgical/Telemetry unit caring for adult patients with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, including sepsis, respiratory illnesses, gastrointestinal disorders, endocrine conditions, and cardiac diseases. Our diverse patient population provides opportunities to build strong clinical judgment, time management, and critical thinking skills while gaining experience across multiple specialties.

Designed with innovation in mind, 4 Clarkson features digital door signs, digital whiteboards, virtual nursing support, and virtual patient monitoring for high-risk patients to enhance communication, improve patient safety, and support bedside nurses.

Nurses on 4 Clarkson will gain valuable experience managing titratable drips, chest tubes, high-flow oxygen therapy, and end-of-life care, making it an ideal environment for professional growth and skill development.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) or Nursing Diploma required.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills required.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork, and flexibility required.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) or Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree preferred.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.

About Nebraska Medicine

Nebraska Medicine includes two hospitals, the state's largest and highest rated Nebraska Medical Center and Bellevue Medical Center, along with more than 70 primary care and specialty clinics.

Nebraska Medicine and our research and education partner, the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), share the same mission: to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care.

Every colleague plays a key role in upholding our promise of “Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care” to our patients and their families. Working with Nebraska Medicine means committing to meaningful, impactful work that will elevate the success of your fellow colleagues and will help our patients and their families feel comfortable, confident and cared for.