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Travel Nurse RN - Oncology
Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy

$1,904-2,170/week

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Certification details

ACLS, BLS are required.
If you hang chemo you need to be chemo certified but it's not required to work the floor

Job details

A main Med Center in Eastern Nebraska is looking for PCU RN's. BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS are required.
13 Week contract, 36 hours.

Job requirements

BLS, ACLS, NIHSS are required
RN's - Pass/Fail exam on Friday during orientation. OPEN BOOK exam on skills learned - they are given all necessary resources to pass. Must receive a 90% to pass or they will be terminated.
Must have at least 1 year of experience.
First time travelers are accepted.
Must have a minimum of 1 year of experience for the charge.

Schedule information

Shift times: 7a-7p, 7a-3p, 3p-7p, 7p-11p, 11p-7a, 7p-7a
Weekend requirements: Every third weekend.
Self-schedule.

Unit specific information

Unit: 6 East
Level of care: PCU and MedSurg
Number of beds: 27
RN Ratio (Days): 1 RN to 4 PCU, 1 to 5 M/S
RN Ratio (Nights): 1 RN to 5-6 patients
Nursing Assistant support: Yes
Charge nurse: Yes
Shifts: 12 hour
Scrubs: Navy Blue
Additional unit support staff: PT/OT, RN case manager, social work, educator, dietician
IV Pumps: Alaris
Specialty Equipment Available: Lyko lifts in even rooms. Other lift equipment available.
Patient Experience challenges/focus: hourly rounding
EMR: EPIC

Additional Details

specific patient types/diagnoses - Oncology PCU and Trauma PCU
PCU and MedSurg
Do travelers need specific oncology experience or is PCU experience okay? No, PCU is fine
Are RNs required to titrate drips like insulin and occasionally cardizem

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Short Term Acute Care
380 beds

ADDRESS7500 Mercy RdOmaha, NE 68131

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About Omaha, NE

As a Travel Oncology Nurse in Omaha, NE here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Omaha is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.

Weather

Omaha experiences hot summers with average highs around 86°F and average lows around 65°F.
Winters are cold with average highs around 33°F and average lows around 14°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Omaha, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.

Transportation

Omaha is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
Public transportation options include buses and a limited light rail system.

Demographics

Omaha has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Omaha offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines.
The city has a thriving art and music community, with numerous galleries, live music venues, and performance spaces.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby state parks and recreational facilities.

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