
ER RN in Omaha, Nebraska
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Omaha, NE
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,235/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $62.08
- Weekly
- $2,235
- Yearly (full-time)
- $116,220
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $62.08/hour — 52% 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
- 342 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Nebraska from 4 agencies, 199 of them in Omaha.
- Pay in these listings: $16.67 – $112/hour, median $63.11/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Nebraska: $40.74/hour ($84,739/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: GHR Healthcare ($65.56/hour across 15 jobs).
Job description
This 13-week travel assignment places you in a fast-paced Level I Trauma Center Emergency Department in Omaha, NE. You will work 12-hour night shifts, providing critical support in a high-acuity environment handling trauma, strokes, sepsis, chest pain, and shortness of breath cases. Your role involves interpreting telemetry strips, managing trauma patients, and collaborating with physicians, mid-level providers, and support staff. The unit maintains a 1:4 to 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio across various zones, with additional resource personnel such as nurse aides and techs. This assignment is ideal for experienced ER RNs seeking a challenging environment that emphasizes quick decision-making and hands-on trauma care.
Weather:
Around this time of year, the weather generally features mild to warm days with a comfortable breeze. Evenings can be cooler, providing a pleasant climate for outdoor activities and exploration during your time off.
Fun Things To Do:
- Riverfront Walks and Parks: Enjoy scenic strolls along the Missouri River or relax in local parks.
- Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium: Visit this world-renowned zoo with an impressive range of animal exhibits and an indoor desert and rainforest.
- Day Trip to Lincoln, NE: Explore the state capitol and visit historical sites just a short drive away.
- Day Trip to Omaha’s Old Market District: Experience unique shops, art galleries, and lively restaurants in a historic district.
- Kayaking or Canoeing: Rent equipment and paddle along the scenic waterways around Omaha for a peaceful adventure.
Job Specifics:
Location: Omaha, NE
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36 hours
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