Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg / ER | (Day Shift)

Healthforce; Virginia; On-site; USD 114,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing near hospital

Job summary

Healthforce is seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) with combined Med/Surg and ER experience for a contract in Cozad, NE. You will provide inpatient care on Med/Surg units and assist in ER as needed, in a fast-paced Critical Access Hospital setting with manageable staff ratios.

The role requires active Nebraska RN licensure (or compact state), BLS/ACLS/PALS/TNCC, and preference for telemetry/post-operative familiarity. Housing options are available across street from the hospital.

Qualifications

• RN with ADN or BSN from an accredited program.
• Current, active RN license in Nebraska or compact/NLC state license.
• Required BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC; NRP and NIHSS preferred.
• Experience in both Med/Surg and ER acute care settings; telemetry/post-operative familiarity a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete patient assessments and monitor vitals and lab results.
• Administer medications, injections, IV therapies, and basic procedures.
• Manage patient care across Med/Surg and ER, prioritizing based on acuity and emergent needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, mid-levels, and case managers to plan care and discharge.

Skills

Med/Surg experience

ER experience

Critical thinking

Physical assessment

Inpatient care

Education

ADN/BSN

Tools

TruBridge EHR

Job description

Location: Cozad, NE

Pay: $2,201.08 / week

Shift: Day Shift

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.

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.