RN - HVU Weekender Program

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Repayment Program

ADN to BSN sponsorship

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Staff Nurse/Registered Nurse for the Heart & Vascular Unit (HVU) on a weekend shift. New grads are welcome up to 6 months before graduation, with tuition reimbursement and sponsorship opportunities available.

The HVU is a 49-bed, fast-paced unit providing care for cardiovascular patients, including post-transplant and LVAD support. Expect growth through Cardiology Fellowship training and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• ADN or Nursing Diploma required.
• Licensed RN in Nebraska or a current compact state license.
• BLS certification required by AHA.
• PALS as department dependent.
• Strong communication, teamwork and flexibility are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for Heart & Vascular unit patients and coordinate clinical resources.
• Ensure safe, high-quality patient care and continuity of care in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative & Flexibility

Education

ADN or Nursing Diploma

BSN preferred

MSN preferred

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

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: Weekend Shift (United States of America) Staff Nurse/Registered Nurse - Heart and Vascular Unit New Grads and Future Nursing New Grads are welcome to apply up to 6 months prior to graduation! ASK YOUR RECRUITER ABOUT: Bonuses Tuition Reimbursement Loan Repayment Program ADN > BSN Funded Sponsorship Program

Position Highlights

The Heart & Vascular Unit (7HVU) is a 49 private bed unit. It is considered a specialty medical/surgical unit that is fast paced and will provide growth in professional knowledge and expertise in the care delivery of our cardiovascular patients. The staff will care for specialty patients such as stable heart and lung transplants and Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs). The Cardiac Vascular Unit is a sister unit to the Cardiac Care Unit. All staff nurses will attend a Cardiology Fellowship Program to enhance their skill set and prepare them to become Cardiovascular Nurse Experts Check out our Moments in Medicine from HVU

Shift Details: WEEKENDER PROGRAM

Days or Nights 7am to 7pm or 7pm to 7 am on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays Block scheduling with every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday off

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

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Provide and coordinate delivery of clinical resources to assure safe, high quality patient care and ensure continuity of care.

Perform duties in an environment of care where the needs of a patient are short term, non-acute, and non-life threatening.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) or Nursing Diploma required.
• Demonstrated 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 endorsed by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) department dependent required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Based on position, prior experience in patient nursing, specialty/primary care clinic and/or telephonics preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) or Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel preferred.
• Proficient with use of email applications preferred.
• Experience with EPIC or other electronic medical records preferred.
• Specific to the Medical Call Center department; multi-state license preferred.

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.

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 your patients and families feel comfortable, confident and cared for.

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