Registered Nurse - NRC

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• Health &
• Human
• Services -
• Agency 25
• Location:
• Norfolk,
• NE
• Hiring
• Rate: $51.336
• Job
• Posting: JR2026-00026234 Registered Nurse - NRC (Evergreen) (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

Job Description

• The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, “Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter. We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere. We are looking for skilled, professional Registered Nurses to join our team at Norfolk Regional Center. In this role you will be an integral part of our Behavioral Health Division and provide critical care to adult patients with mental illness at Norfolk Regional Center (NRC). The Norfolk Regional Center (NRC) was created by an act of the Nebraska Legislature in 1885. NRC currently serves two distinct populations of adult males who are committed by a Mental Health Board for inpatient psychiatric treatment. In 2006, NRC began providing treatment to individuals who have sexually offended. The Nebraska Sex Offender (SO) Treatment Program improves public safety by reducing the risk of re-offense, while also improving the quality of patients' lives. In 2018, NRC opened the Medical Support Program and began providing high quality nursing and medical treatment for men with significant physical conditions and a variety of psychiatric, cognitive, and aging issues. The program provides activities designed to maintain optimal functioning while at the same time meeting the specific psychiatric care and safety needs of each patient. You have the passion, we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans Registered Nurses perform general nursing duties including:
• Assessment
• Documentation
• Patient interventions
• Case management
• Medical administration
• Review of doctors' orders
• Arranging for lab protocols
• May lead/direct the work of other nurses and/or paraprofessional staff Starting Pay Rate: $51.336/hour /hour. Additional Facility Differential Pay of $3.00/hour when working and additional shift differentials up to $2.50 paid for 2nd and 3rd shifts when working. Available Shift Options: 8-Hour Shifts Day Shift: 6:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. Evening Shift: 2:45 p.m. – 11:15 p.m. Night Shift: 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. 12-Hour Shifts Midday Shift: 10:45 a.m. – 11:15 p.m. Day Shift: 6:45 a.m. – 7:15 p.m. Overnight Shift: 6:45 p.m. – 7:15 a.m. Scheduling Structure Our regular scheduling model offers consistency and predictability, including: Two 8-hour shifts and two 12-hour shifts each week Every 3rd weekend rotation Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a registered nurse in Nebraska.

Other

• Consideration will be given to applicants who will receive a degree / license within 90 days of application date. Candidates must obtain licensure prior to employment. Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation. If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
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• Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/ Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
• For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans. Once you've had the opportunity to explore our current open positions, apply for those of interest to you. Click here for a video tutorial. Contact state.jobs@nebraska.gov for additional support. Check back on your candidate profile to see the status of your submitted applications, as well as any new postings that might interest you! Thank you for your interest in joining our team! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer, or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters!