Registered Nurse - Med Surg, Telemetry | Omaha, NE | Contract
Quick Look
- Weekly Gross Pay: $2,933 - $3,088
- Shift: Day 4x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:30)
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
Join a leading acute-care hospital as a Med Surg/Telemetry Registered Nurse in Omaha, NE. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a team-based care delivery model, where you will collaborate with bedside RNs, LPNs, and CNAs to provide high-quality patient care. Our facility is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that values teamwork, communication, and leadership.
The 5 West unit is a 40-bed non-specialty med-surg unit that cares for patients ages 18 and older with a variety of medical and telemetry needs, including acute and chronic illnesses such as sepsis, respiratory issues, gastrointestinal disorders, endocrine problems, cardiac diseases, and COVID-19. As a Registered Nurse, you will manage titratable drips, chest tubes, tracheostomies, complex wound care, post-bariatric procedures, high oxygen delivery systems, and end-of-life care.
Our team-based care delivery model, piloted in January 2025, ensures that each team member is well-versed in how this model benefits both patients and staff. You will work alongside Lead Nurses, Virtual Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Nursing Assistants to achieve a common goal of exceptional patient care. Virtual Nurses help with administrative tasks that require an RN license, allowing bedside nurses to focus on direct patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in a med-surg and telemetry setting.
- Manage and administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Float to various units as needed to meet staffing requirements.
Requirements:
- BLS certification required.
- 2 years of prior telemetry experience in a large, urban hospital setting.
- Experience with managing drips is required on all floors.
- EPIC charting experience is essential.
- First-time travelers will not be accepted; however, candidates with 2 years of experience at a Level I Academic Medical Center may be considered.
- Must float within scope to meet facility needs, including potentially floating to Bellevue campus.
- 100% nicotine-free facility.
Additional Information:
- Weekends: 4 weekend shifts out of 8 possible in a 4-week period (Saturday and Sunday).
- Holiday Requirement: Travelers must work 2 of 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year).
- Local candidates will not be accepted; candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility.
- Pending licenses are accepted, but if the license is not in hand at the time of submission, the traveler will be booked six weeks out.
- Scrubs: Mandatory - RNs wear Steele gray scrubs with the facility logo.
- Parking: Professionals can obtain a parking permit or use daily rate parking.
GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you are an experienced Med Surg/Telemetry RN looking for a rewarding contract opportunity in Omaha, NE, apply today!
