Registered Nurse - LRC

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Registered Nurse (RN)

Lincoln, NE – Lincoln Regional Center, a Joint Commission accredited state psychiatric hospital focused on patient-centered care.

• Full‑time positions: 36 hours per week, combination of evening and night shifts, working every other weekend.
• On‑call/PRN positions:
  Minimum of 32 hours per month, including 2 weekend shifts. Requires three weeks of new employee orientation (Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm) and four weeks of job shadowing. All training must be completed within 3 months of start date.

Starting pay: $51.336 /hour plus facility differential pay of $3.00 /hour and shift differentials up to $2.50 /hour for new hires not currently employed by the State of NE. Comprehensive benefits are included.

• Patient Care:
  Provide compassionate, person‑centered care respecting each patient’s dignity and individuality.
• Clinical Excellence:
  Apply clinical expertise in a fast‑paced environment with a diverse patient population.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with doctors, specialists, and other nurses to deliver comprehensive care.
• Continuous Learning:
  Participate in ongoing education and professional development.
• Leadership:
  Lead in daily responsibilities and mentor Mental Health Specialist teammates.

• Collaborative Environment:
  Interdisciplinary teamwork that shapes patient treatment.
• Growth Opportunities:
  Training and development for new graduates and seasoned RNs seeking leadership roles.
• Engaging Culture:
  Supportive team committed to exceptional care.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Full‑time schedules of three 12‑hour shifts per week to allow personal time.
• Patient‑Centered Care:
  Emphasis on treating patients as individuals, not cases.

• Minimum qualification:
  
  Current Registered Nurse license in Nebraska or authority under the Nurse Licensure Compact. Preference for candidates within 90 days of completing RN program or licensure.
• Age 19 or older.
• Capability to attend three weeks of orientation during day hours.
• Physical ability to push, pull, and lift up to 60 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain independent authorized transportation.

• Experience:
  
  Previous nursing experience is a plus; new graduates are welcomed.
• Adaptability:
  Thrive in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Empathy:
  Passion for helping others and understanding patient needs.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Clear, compassionate communication with patients, families, and team.

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.

The State of Nebraska values our teammates and promotes diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetics.