Med/Surg RN in Omaha, Nebraska
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Omaha, NE
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,007/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $55.75
- Weekly
- $2,007
- Yearly (full-time)
- $104,364
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $55.75/hour — 37% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Nebraska ($40.74/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Nebraska right now
- 352 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Nebraska from 5 agencies, 220 of them in Omaha.
- Pay in these listings: $16.67 – $112/hour, median $64.10/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Nebraska: $40.74/hour ($84,739/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($65.84/hour across 181 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a 13-week travel assignment in Omaha as a Registered Nurse on a medical-surgical orthopedic unit. You will care for patients recovering from surgical and oncology-related procedures, including prostatectomies and mastectomies. This role includes monitoring telemetry, recognizing changes in patient rhythms, titrating medications such as heparin and lidocaine, managing TPN infusions, and maintaining accurate, timely documentation. Floating is rare and limited to another medical-surgical unit when needed. An on-unit orientation and skills assessment are provided to support a smooth start.
Weather
Omaha typically offers crisp, cool weather around this time of year, with comfortable daytime temperatures, chilly evenings, and a mix of sunny and cloudy days. A light jacket and layers are useful for exploring the city between shifts.
Fun Things To Do
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Old Market: Explore Omaha’s historic district, local restaurants, galleries, and shops.
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Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium: Spend a day visiting one of the area’s premier attractions.
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Lauritzen Gardens: Walk through expansive botanical displays and seasonal gardens.
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Lincoln Day Trip: Visit Nebraska’s capital city for museums, restaurants, and the historic Haymarket district.
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Loess Hills Day Trip: Take a scenic drive across the Missouri River for hiking and panoramic views in western Iowa.
Job Specifics
City and State: Omaha, Nebraska
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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