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RN - Observation Unit

Nebraska Medicine·Omaha, Nebraska

Other·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 12 days ago
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About the role

Provide and coordinate holistic nursing care for patients in a fast-paced 26-bed observation unit. Manage patients requiring short-term evaluation and treatment for various medical and surgical conditions.

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift

RN - Observation Unit

This 26-bed med-surg unit provides care to patients who require evaluation and treatment for eight to 48 hours.

Conditions that may require observation include chest pain, asthma, abdominal pain, kidney stones and minor infections.

Surgical patients who require an overnight stay are cared for on the Observation Unit, including patients who have had an appendectomy, cholecystectomy or urological and gynecological procedures.

IV antibiotics, fluids, insulin drips, nitroglycerin for blood pressure.

The Observation Unit has a well-rounded staff with the knowledge and experience to care for patients who require care and coordination from an array of specialties.

This is an excellent role for someone who likes a fast-paced environment and wants to keep their skills sharp.

Your day-to-day nursing tasks will vary with the tailored needs of your patients

If you have questions about applying for the RN - Observation Unit please contact Jana Whitmarsh at jwhitmarsh@nebraskamed.com [jwhitmarsh@nebraskamed.com]

Details • Full time or part time • Days or Nights (7-7: 30)

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.

Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.

Diversity and Inclusion We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.

Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Duties

RN - Observation Unit

Provide, prescribe, delegate, and coordinate nursing care with other health care providers to meet holistic care needs of a designated group of patients. Environment of care may be long term, emergent, critical, acute, interventional, or procedural driven.

Required Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree in nursing (ADN) or Nursing Diploma required.
  • Effective communication skills required.
  • Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork and flexibility required.
  • Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).
  • Based on department, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within 6 months of hire or transfer date department dependent required.
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) OR Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN) within one year or hire or transfer date department dependent required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Direct patient care experience preferred.
  • Based on position, prior experience in one or more of the following areas including cardiology, cardiac drip management, critical care, emergency department, medical-surgical, obstetrics, cardiovascular rehabilitation, telemetry, oncology, neonatal intensive care, pediatric acute care, solid organ transplant, cath lab, EP lab, quality assurance related to health care, perioperative and special procedures in applicable nursing specialty area preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) or Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree preferred.
  • Based on position, one or more of the following courses including STABLE, smoking cessation counseling, basic critical care, or other specialty training courses preferred.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel preferred.
  • Proficient with use of email applications preferred.
  • Proficient with use of departmental equipment and systems such as patient care equipment, telecommunication systems, information systems, pneumatic tube system, general patient care supplies, and transport equipment preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.

Requirements

Requires an Associate's degree in nursing, a valid Nebraska or compact state RN license, and BLS certification. ACLS, PALS, and TNCC/ATCN certifications are required based on department needs and hire date.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • Teamwork
  • Communication Skills
  • Flexibility
  • Microsoft Office
  • Critical Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Telemetry
  • Patient Evaluation
  • IV Administration
  • Patient Coordination
  • Emergency Care
  • Med-Surg Nursing

Benefits

  • Tuition Assistance
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Educational Discounts

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Omaha, Nebraska
Posted
Jul 16, 2026
Application
Employer website
NM

Hiring organization

Nebraska Medicine

Nebraska Medicine, the region’s leading academic health network, serves the Omaha metro and beyond. It offers access to more than 1,400 physicians and over 70 specialty and primary care clinics. The network's commitment to "Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care" is upheld by more...

Salary listed on 3 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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