Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg | (Day Shift)

HealthForce Healthcare; California; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing options near hospital

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare seeks a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) for a dual Med/Surg and ER role in Cozad, Nebraska. The position emphasizes inpatient care, rapid prioritization, and collaborative care in a fast-paced setting.

Shifts are day shifts on 12-hour rotations with housing options nearby. Candidates should hold ADN/BSN and Nebraska RN licensure, with BLS/ACLS/PALS/TNCC required and NIHSS/NRP preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in Med/Surg and ER acute care settings.
• Familiarity with telemetry and post-operative care is a plus.
• TruBridge EHR charting experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete patient assessments, monitor vital signs, labs, and responses to treatment.
• Administer medications, injections, IV therapies, and basic procedures.
• Manage patient care across Med/Surg and ER, prioritize based on acuity.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to develop discharge plans.
• Document treatments and assessments in the TruBridge EHR.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses and post-discharge care.

Skills

Med/Surg experience

ER acute care

Telemetry familiarity

Education

ADN/BSN

Tools

TruBridge EHR

Job description

Job Summary

Are you an experienced Travel RN looking for your next contract? We are seeking a flexible, highly skilled Travel Registered Nurse (RN) with combined Med Surg and Emergency Room (ER) experience to join our team in Cozad, NE. In this dual-role capacity, you will deliver comprehensive inpatient care on general medical-surgical units while staying ready to assist in emergency response. This position is ideal for nurses with Critical Access Hospital experience who excel in fast-paced, dynamic clinical environments.

Location

Cozad, NE

Pay

$2,201.08 / week

Shift

Day Shift

Housing Perk

Great local housing options are available, including a convenient rental right across the street from the hospital campus!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complete patient assessments, continuously monitoring vital signs, clinical laboratory results, and responses to treatment plans
• Administer medications, injections, IV therapies, and perform basic procedures (wound care, dressing changes, specimen collection)
• Manage patient care across both Med Surg units and the ER, rapidly prioritizing care based on patient acuity and emergent needs
• Collaborate seamlessly with physicians, mid-level providers, ancillary teams, and case managers to develop care plans and ensure smooth discharge transitions
• Accurately document all treatments, interventions, and assessments using the TruBridge EHR system
• Provide clear, empathetic education to patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment steps, and post-discharge care

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program

Licensure

• Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Nebraska (or compact/NLC state license)

Certifications

• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
• Highly Preferred: Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

Experience & Skills

• Required: Proven experience in both Med/Surg and ER acute care settings
• Preferred: Critical Access Hospital experience and familiarity with telemetry or post-operative care
• Systems: Experience with or adaptability to TruBridge EHR charting
• Strong physical assessment, critical thinking, and acute inpatient care skills with the ability to balance multiple competing priorities efficiently

Work Environment

• Shift: Day Shift (Typically 12-hour shifts)
• Setting: Community healthcare facility / Critical Access Hospital setting offering manageable ratios that balance throughput with patient safety