Job Description
What the job is
The Veterans Health Administration in Omaha, Nebraska is looking for a Registered Nurse to work in the Operating Room. This is a part-time job with flexible hours, mostly between 6:00 AM and 7:30 PM. You will work at least 8 hours per week or 16 hours every two weeks. No weekends, holidays, or on-call shifts are required.
What you will do
You will care for patients before, during, and after surgery. Your tasks include:
- Keeping patients safe from injuries caused by chemicals, electricity, or surgical tools.
- Counting surgical items to make sure nothing is left inside the patient.
- Double-checking the correct surgery site and following all safety steps.
- Handling patient samples properly.
- Giving medications safely.
- Keeping track of the patient’s condition during surgery.
- Writing clear and accurate notes in the patient’s electronic health record.
- Following rules for using and cleaning medical equipment.
- Preventing infections at the surgery site.
What you need
- You must be a U.S. citizen or meet special rules for non-citizens.
- You need a full and valid nursing license from any U.S. state.
- At least 1 year of experience as an Operating Room Nurse is preferred.
- You must pass a drug test, background check, and physical exam.
- You may need to get a flu shot every year.
What you will get
- A good salary between $65,500 and $140,292 per year.
- Benefits as a VA employee.