OR RN in Kearney, Nebraska

Join a perioperative team in Kearney as a travel Registered Nurse supporting a broad range of operating room cases. You will care for patients across orthopedic trauma, urology, ENT, and neurological procedures, including backs and craniotomies. The department averages approximately 18 cases per day and uses advanced platforms such as Da Vinci robotics, Mako, Stealth, and Scopis. This assignment includes weekday shifts beginning at 7:00 a.m., overnight call, weekend call, and holiday call as needed. A pass/fail orientation exam and one week of department-specific orientation will help prepare you for the assignment. Bring your orthopedic trauma experience and readiness to keep pace—OR days can move quickly.

Weather:

Kearney generally has crisp, cool weather around this time of year, with comfortable daytime conditions, cooler evenings, and the possibility of wind or changing temperatures. Pack adaptable layers for exploring the area between shifts.

Fun Things To Do:

• Local Outdoors: Enjoy walking, birdwatching, or a relaxed afternoon in Kearney’s parks and along nearby trails.

• Arts and History: Explore local museums, galleries, and cultural events in the Kearney area.

• Day Trip—Grand Island: Spend a day discovering local dining, shopping, parks, and community attractions in Grand Island.

• Day Trip—Lincoln: Take a day trip to Nebraska’s capital for museums, restaurants, entertainment, and city parks.

• Nebraska Road Trip: Set aside a free day to explore small towns, scenic drives, and regional attractions around central Nebraska.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Kearney, Nebraska
Shift: 10-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 40 hours per week