Job Description

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System?
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.

Job Summary:

Location: Methodist Hospital
Address: 8303 Dodge St. Omaha, NE

Work Schedule: Days 7am to 7pm, Full-Time and Part-Time Options Available

Join our Pulmonary/Oncology Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at Methodist Hospital, a 31-bed inpatient unit specializing in surgical patients, head and neck cancer patients, pulmonary care, trach/vents, cardiac drips, and intermediate-level care. Our fast-paced environment fosters exceptional teamwork and collaboration with providers while promoting continuous learning and professional growth.

We are looking for self-motivated team players who are eager to learn and committed to providing exceptional patient care. Whether you’re a new graduate or an experienced RN, this is a great opportunity to grow your skills in a collaborative and supportive environment. If you're ready to make a difference as part of a dynamic team, apply today!

What sets Methodist Apart?
-A culture rooted in compassion, empathy, and excellence
-Extensive training and paid certifications to support your professional growth
-A collaborative and hands-on learning environment where you’re empowered to succeed
-Free parking
-Tuition assistance to help advance your career

Responsibilities:

Education

• Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited college of nursing required OR obtained within 5 years from date of hire for nurses with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• For MJE Progressive Care: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing preferred, graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
• Successful completion of annual mandatory education requirements.
• For NMH Critical Care: National Institute of Health Stoke Scale (NIHSS) certification training required by end of orientation.
• For MJE Progressive Care: NIH Stroke Scale training required at hire or within 6 months of hire.
• For MJE Progressive Care: Successful completion of Telemetry Cardiac Rhythm Course.

Experience

• If the specialty is not listed, no prior experience is required:
• Experience required:
  • NMH CT Scan: 1 to 3 years’ experience in direct patient care and proficient in intravenous (IV) start skills.
  • NMH MRI: 1 to 3 years’ experience in direct patient care and proficient in intravenous (IV) start skills.
  • NMH Nuclear Medicine: 5 years’ experience in nursing clinical settings and general experience in all areas of nursing practice.
  • MJE Neurodiagnostics: Minimum 2 years of nursing experience in cardiac/ICU.
  • MWH PACU: Critical Care or Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) experience.
  • NMH PACU: 1 to 2 years nursing experience.
  • NMH Surgery GI Lab: 1 to 2 years experience.
  • NMH Cath Lab: 1 year experience in Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiac Unit, Emergency Room, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or Progressive Care unit.
  • NMH Surgery Pre Op Services: 1 to 2 years nursing experience.
  • Surgery OP Support HW: Minimum 2 years related experience in RN role.
  • MFH Radiology Diagnostics: 3 years experience in direct patient care and proficient in IV start skills.

• Experience preferred:
  • NMH Radiology Surgical: Experience in surgical environment.
  • MWH Repro Endo Infert: Pre/post operative and circulating experience.
  • MPC Colon & Rectal Surgery ASC: Acute care or surgical nursing experience.
  • MJE Cardiopulmonary Rehab: 1 year of telemetry experience.
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  • MFH Radiology Diagnostics: Pre/post operative and circulating experience.

License/Certifications

• Required:
  • Current valid Nebraska Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multistate license, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure.
  • Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.
  • Current American Heart Association Advanced Cardio Life Support (ACLS).
    • NMH Surgery Pre Op Services: ACLS required within 3 months of hire.
    • Surgery OP Support HW: ACLS required within 6 months of hire.
    • MJE Progressive Care: ACLS required within 1 year of hire.
    • MFH Radiology Diagnostics: ACLS required within 3 months of hire.
• Preferred:
  • Certification(s) in area of specialty preferred from National Certification Corporation (NCC) within 1 year of eligibility.
  • NMH Cardiac Unit: Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) or Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN).
  • NMH Cardiovascular Surgery: Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) or Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN).
  • NMH Progressive Care Unit 4: Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) or Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN).
  • Surgery Outpatient HW: Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR).
  • NMH Progressive Care: Gerontological Nursing (GERO.BC) and Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN).
  • NMH Surgery GI Lab: Certified Gastroenterology Registered Nurse (CGRN).
  • NMH PACU: Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN)
  • NMH Cath Lab: Cardiovascular Registered Nurse (CV.BC) within 3 years of hire.
  • NMH Critical Care: Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN).

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and interact with patients, family members, hospital personnel, and co-workers.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments.
• Ability to learn, retain, and utilize computer skills that are required for department and hospital information system.

Physical Requirements

Weight Demands

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.

Physical Activity

• Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):
  • Climbing
  • Crawling
  • Kneeling
  • Sitting
• Frequently Performed (34%-66%):
  • Balancing
  • Carrying
  • Crouching
  • Distinguish colors
  • Keyboarding/typing
  • Lifting
  • Pulling/Pushing
  • Repetitive Motions
  • Stooping/bending
  • Twisting
• Constantly Performed (67%-100%):
  • Grasping
  • Hearing
  • Reaching
  • Seeing/Visual
  • Speaking/talking
  • Standing
  • Walking

Job Hazards

• Not Related:
  • Electrical Shock/Static
• Rare (1-33%):
  • Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-Ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc)
  • Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) - NICU only
• Occasionally (34%-66%):
  • Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)
  • Equipment/Machinery/Tools
  • Explosives (pressurized gas)
  • Hazardous Drugs (exposure risks, personal protective equipment required)
• Frequent (67%-100%):
  • Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)
  • Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF)
  • Mechanical moving parts/vibrations

About Methodist:

Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.

Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.