Job Description:

Step into a travel healthcare contract in Kearney, Nebraska with a Med Surg / Ortho focus supporting orthopedic surgeries and related care activities. In this role, you’ll work within a Med Surg / Ortho unit handling common case types such as total knee replacements, total hip replacements, ankle replacements, total shoulders, and spine (back and neck) cases. You’ll be part of a team where a Charge Nurse is on each shift and takes an assignment, and you’ll collaborate closely with nurse aids/patient care techs (typically staffed at 1:13) alongside tele support that reads and interprets monitoring strips. This assignment runs on a clear schedule structure with a rotating night block—12 hour nights—so you can plan your work week with confidence.

During orientation, you’ll complete required competencies, including a pass/fail phlebotomy RN exam on Friday. You’ll also complete an open-book skills assessment using the resources provided, with a required score of 90% to pass. If placed on call and called back, you’ll have 30 minutes to arrive. A current BLS certification is required at time of submission. Please note artificial nails are prohibited in all departments providing patient care; refusal to remove will end the contract.

Weather:

Expect crisp, seasonal weather with cool temperatures and occasional breezy days. Conditions can shift quickly, so bringing layers is helpful for comfortable time both on and off shift.

Fun Things To Do:

• Local Museums: Explore Kearney’s history and exhibits.
• Central Nebraska Hiking: Enjoy trails and scenic overlooks near town.
• Day Trip - Chimney Rock: Catch dramatic views on a classic Nebraska stop.
• Day Trip - Scotts Bluff National Monument: Walk the overlooks for sweeping landscapes.
• Riverfront Stroll: Take a relaxed walk and unwind by the water.

Job Specifics:

Location: 10 East 31st Street, Kearney, Nebraska 68847

Shift: 12 hour nights

Duration: 13 weeks (36.0 hours per week)

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits including life insurance, accident, etc.
• Referral Program
• Housing Options
• Continuing Education Program
• 401(k)
• License and Certificate Reimbursement
• Paid Bereavement Leave