RN Jobs in North Platte, NE

Registered Nurses (RN) play a pivotal role in the nursing industry, providing critical care and support to patients across a variety of healthcare settings. These professionals are responsible for assessing patient conditions, recording medical histories, administering treatments, performing diagnostic tests, and educating patients on their illnesses or injuries. RNs are also essential in implementing and evaluating patient care plans, communicating with healthcare teams, and advocating for patient rights. They may specialize in various areas such as critical care, pediatrics, or geriatrics.

Before becoming a RN, a person may have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or a Medical Assistant (MA). These positions provide valuable experience and insight into the nursing profession. To become a RN, individuals must earn a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in nursing. They must then pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become licensed. Additional certifications and skills RNs should have include Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Critical thinking, communication, empathy, and attention to detail are also vital skills for this role.

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Travel OR Registered Nurse $2376.0 Gross Per Week

  • KPG Healthcare
  • North Platte, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • North Platte, NE
  • 7 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking an experienced OR Registered Nurse for a travel assignment. The ideal candidate will possess an active RN License with 2 or more years of experience....

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Flight Nurse

  • Air Methods
  • North Platte, NE
  • 13 days ago
  • North Platte, NE
  • 13 days ago

communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal Computer Skills Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Current RN...

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Dialysis Registered Nurse (RN)

  • Manpower
  • North Platte, NE
  • 14 days ago
  • North Platte, NE
  • 14 days ago

Are you a compassionate RN looking to make a real impact in patients lives? Join a dedicated care team supporting individuals with End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) as a Dialysis Registered Nurse....

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Cardiology Clinic RN

  • Common Spirit Health
  • North Platte, NE
  • 14 days ago
  • North Platte, NE
  • 14 days ago

Current Registered Nurse license that allows you to practice in our state Graduate of an accredited nursing program Basic Life Support (BLS) required...

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RN - Operating Room

  • KPG Healthcare
  • North Platte, NE
  • 15 days ago
  • North Platte, NE
  • 15 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking RN - Operating Rooms to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

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Dialysis Clinical Manager Registered Nurse - RN

  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • North Platte, NE
  • 21 days ago
  • North Platte, NE
  • 21 days ago

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (RN). Current appropriate state licensure....

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Acute Registered Nurse - RN

  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • North Platte, NE
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Platte, NE
  • 30+ days ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Inpatient Services RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP)....

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Registered Nurse Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room - Travel - (OR RN)

  • AMN Healthcare Nursing
  • North Platte, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • North Platte, NE
  • 45+ days ago

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Registered Nurse Neonatal Intensive Care - Travel - (NICU RN)

  • AMN Healthcare Nursing
  • North Platte, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • North Platte, NE
  • 45+ days ago

Neonatal intensive care nurse, intensive care, NICU, neonatal, newborn, RN nurse, newborn, neonatal care, nurse, nursing, registered nurse, RN, R.N., infant care, critical care, hospital, medical, patient...

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Registered Nurse Labor & Delivery - Travel - (LD RN)

  • AMN Healthcare Nursing
  • North Platte, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • North Platte, NE
  • 45+ days ago

Labor and delivery nurse, labor and delivery, LD, LD RN, registered nurse, RN, R.N., postpartum, neonatal nurse, neonatal, L&D, nurse, nursing, healthcare, health care, hospital, maternity, labor-delivery...

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Demographic Data for North Platte, NE

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Salary for RN Jobs in North Platte, NE

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for RN positions.



Highest Education Level

RNs in North Platte, NE offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.4%
Associate's Degree
24.1%
Master's Degree
16.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
High School or GED
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by RNs in North Platte, NE
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%


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