Staff Nurse - Med Surg to Critical Care Fellowship

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 78,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package of $3,000 for adjoining states

Student Loan Repayment program covers up to $437.50/month

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine in Omaha is seeking new graduate Registered Nurses for a Nursing Fellowship program. This full-time position aims to help develop competencies for nursing in critical care settings through a structured fellowship aimed at transitioning to an ICU Staff Nurse.

The role requires an ADN or Nursing Diploma and offers competitive starting wages of $37.74/hour with additional benefits, including a student loan repayment program and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska or compact state.
• BLS certification from an AHA endorsed program needed for new hires.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork, and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 24-month fellowship to transition into an ICU Staff Nurse.
• Work in med/telemetry, progressive units, and ICU units.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Associate's degree in nursing (ADN) or Nursing Diploma

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) preferred

Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

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: First Shift (United States of America)

Nurse - Medical Surgical to Critical Care Fellowship

Open new graduates only

Details

• Full Time position .9 FTE, working 36 hours per week
• Varied days and shifts
• Benefits Eligible
• Eligible for Student Loan Repayment Program

The Medical Surgical to ICU Fellow offers a 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 ICU Staff Nurse. This fellowship will provide time on med/telemetry units, progressive units, and ICU units. All new graduates are welcome to apply.

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.
• Competitive Wages and Financial Incentives
  • Newly graduating BSN nurses start at $37.74
  • Our Student Loan Repayment program covers up to $437.50/month (up to $5,250 annually) with no lifetime maximum.
• Relocation Support
  • Relocation package: $3,000 for adjoining states, $4,500 for non-adjoining states.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

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.

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.