Travel Med Surg​/Telemetry RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg-Neuro RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring NIHSS certification and a NE or compact RN license.

• Acute care Level 1 trauma hospital setting on a 25-bed Med Surg/Tele Neuro unit
• Patient population includes strokes, stable neurological deficits, post neurosurgery procedures, and general Med Surg overflow such as joint replacements, fractures, colon resections, COPD exacerbation, and sepsis
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:5-6
• Nurse aides/patient care techs on unit at 1:10-20 ratio
• Charge nurse present each shift and takes an assignment
• Tele techs interpret strips, though RNs should maintain tele awareness
• RNs required to titrate Heparin, lidocaine, and ketamine drips, and manage PCA pumps
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts, with shift times of  or
• Scheduled by facility with limited block scheduling considered
• Weekend requirement of at least every other weekend, with additional shifts possible based on census
• Holiday coverage required for 2-3 holidays between Thanksgiving and New Year's
• Floating required to other medical surgical areas or units with Med Surg overflow patients
• No respiratory therapy equipment troubleshooting required

• Active RN license, Nebraska or Compact (NLC), required at time of submission
• BLS (AHA) and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Must pass a Friday open-book exam during orientation with a 90% score to continue the assignment
• Driver's license required to confirm candidate resides outside the 50-mile radius
• No license or background check issues permitted
• Artificial fingernails prohibited in all patient care areas

• Provide direct patient care on a busy Med Surg/Tele Neuro unit with frequent same-day discharges and admissions
• Success on this unit requires strong time management, attendance, teamwork, and a patient-first attitude
• Serves a culturally diverse patient population including Spanish, Karen, and Burmese speaking patients
• Mechanical lifts available in every other room
• Strong emphasis on hourly rounding and responsiveness to patients
• Unit provides 2 days of unit/department-specific orientation
• RN dress code is navy blue scrubs
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any Common Spirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year
• Travel experience preferred, but strong candidates without travel experience will be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-750680. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Med/Surg
- Neuro

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.