RN - Observation Unit

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Clarkson College discount

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

The RN - Observation Unit at Nebraska Medicine is a 26-bed med-surg unit caring for patients requiring 8 to 48 hours of evaluation and treatment. The shift options include full-time or part-time positions with day or night coverage (7:00 am–7:30 pm or 7:00 pm–7:30 am).

Nebraska Medicine offers competitive benefits, including education support, tuition assistance up to $5,000 per year, Clarkson College discount, and opportunities for career advancement within a leading health network.

Qualifications

• ADN or Nursing Diploma required.
• Effective communication skills required.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide, prescribe, delegate, and coordinate nursing care with other health care providers to meet holistic care needs of a designated group of patients.
• Environment of care may be long term, emergent, critical, acute, interventional, or procedural driven.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Flexibility

Education

ADN or Nursing Diploma

BSN preferred

Job description

## RN - Observation UnitApplylocations: Omaha, NEposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-37757**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 - Observation Unit**This 26-bed med-surg unit provides care to patients who require evaluation and treatment for eight to 48 hours. Conditions that may require observation include chest pain, asthma, abdominal pain, kidney stones and minor infections. Surgical patients who require an overnight stay are cared for on the Observation Unit, including patients who have had an appendectomy, cholecystectomy or urological and gynecological procedures. IV antibiotics, fluids, insulin drips, nitroglycerin for blood pressure, TP and lipids are often administered on this unit. The Observation Unit has a well-rounded staff with the knowledge and experience to care for patients who require care and coordination from an array of specialties. This is an excellent role for someone who likes a fast-paced environment and wants to keep their skills sharp. Your day-to-day nursing tasks will vary with the tailored needs of your patientsIf you have questions about applying for the RN - Observation Unit please contact Jana Whitmarsh at [e-mail]**Details*** Full time or part time* Days or Nights (7-7:30)**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.* **Diversity and Inclusion** We value diverse 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!****Duties:** **RN - Observation Unit**Provide, prescribe, delegate, and coordinate nursing care with other health care providers to meet holistic care needs of a designated group of patients. Environment of care may be long term, emergent, critical, acute, interventional, or procedural driven.**Required Qualifications:** • Associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) or Nursing Diploma required. • 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). • Based on department, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within 6 months of hire or transfer date department dependent required.• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) OR Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN) within one year or hire or transfer date department dependent required.Preferred Qualifications: • Direct patient care experience preferred. • Based on position, prior experience in one or more of the following areas including cardiology, cardiac drip management, critical care, emergency department, medical-surgical, obstetrics, cardiovascular rehabilitation, telemetry, oncology, neonatal intensive care, pediatric acute care, solid organ transplant, cath lab, EP lab, quality assurance related to health care, perioperative and special procedures in applicable nursing specialty area preferred. • Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) or Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree preferred. • Based on position, one or more of the following courses including STABLE, smoking cessation counseling, basic critical care, or other specialty training courses preferred. • Experience with Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel preferred. • Proficient with use of email applications preferred. • Proficient with use of departmental equipment and systems such as patient care equipment, telecommunication systems, information systems, pneumatic tube system, general patient care supplies, and transport equipment 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.