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Cash & Remittance Processor

Norfolk, NE · On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

Non-Exempt Shift Details: M-F 0800-1630 Department: Cash Applications | Reports To: Manager-Patient ... Must post denial reason codes, remark codes, and contractual adjustments. The position will work ...

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How much do exempt medical coder jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for exempt medical coder in Nebraska is $21.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.21 and $22.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Exempt Medical Coders?

Exempt Medical Coders are professionals who review clinical documentation and assign standardized medical codes for billing and insurance purposes. The term 'exempt' typically refers to their employment classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), meaning they are salaried employees and not eligible for overtime pay. Exempt Medical Coders often require certification and specialized training to ensure accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations. Their work is essential for efficient healthcare billing, reimbursement, and maintaining accurate patient records.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Exempt Medical Coder, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Exempt Medical Coder, you need a strong grasp of medical terminology, anatomy, and coding systems, typically supported by certification such as CPC, CCS, or CCA. Proficiency with coding software, electronic health records (EHRs), and compliance tools is essential. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are critical soft skills for accurately interpreting and coding complex medical data. These skills and qualifications ensure correct billing, regulatory compliance, and optimized reimbursement for healthcare organizations.

What are the common challenges faced by Exempt Medical Coders when interpreting complex medical records?

Exempt Medical Coders often encounter challenges when interpreting complex or incomplete medical records, especially when documentation lacks specificity or uses ambiguous terminology. Accurately translating this information into standardized codes requires strong attention to detail and a deep understanding of both medical terminology and coding guidelines. Coders frequently collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify diagnoses or procedures, ensuring compliance and minimizing billing errors. Overcoming these challenges is crucial for accurate reimbursement and supporting quality patient care.

What is the difference between Exempt Medical Coder vs Non-Exempt Medical Coder?

AspectExempt Medical CoderNon-Exempt Medical Coder
CredentialsCertification (e.g., CPC, CCS)Certification often preferred but not always required
Work EnvironmentTypically office-based, salariedOften hourly, may include part-time roles
Employer UsageHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizationsSimilar settings, sometimes outpatient facilities
Work Hours & OvertimeUsually salaried, may include overtimePaid hourly, eligible for overtime

Exempt Medical Coders are salaried employees who typically work standard hours and may have access to benefits, while Non-Exempt Medical Coders are paid hourly and are eligible for overtime pay. Both roles require similar certifications and work in healthcare settings, but their pay structure and overtime eligibility differ.

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Travel Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN (Trauma Unit)

Travel Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN (Trauma Unit)

Prime Staffing

Omaha, NE • On-site

Contractor

Re-posted 21 days ago


Job description

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 08/03/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 48 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours
  • Employment Type: Travel

ID: 63462502 Shift: Night 4x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30) Description: 36 or 48hr option and 13 or 26 week contract option!***Travelers are first to float. RNs must be prepared to float frequently to meet the staffing needs of the hospital***9 Trauma - 45 bed medical/surgical unit providing care to trauma patients with focus on the acute and chronic needs for patients that are hemodynamically and medically stable. It is a specialty medical/surgical unit that is fast paced. Trauma focuses on acute and chronic needs for trauma patients admitted from the emergency department, transferred from the ICU, or admitted from surgical/procedural services.Ratios are 1:5 days/1:6 nights. Depending on staffing, night ratios can be 1:7 (this is rare, but facility wants travelers to be aware).BLS required2 years of prior experience required (must have 2 years exp in large, urban hospital)Drips are required on all floorsEPIC charting experience requiredFirst timers NOT accepted (will consider if the traveler has 2 years of experience at a Level l Academic Medical Center)Will float within scope to meet facility needs (this includes potentially floating to Bellevue campus). Units may include, but are not limited to 4CS, 5 West, 6 Neuro, 4/5 Lied, 6/7 Lied, 7 HVU, 8 Werner, 9 Trauma, Bellevue MS, Observation, SOTU.In addition to CNAs, care teams include care techs, transport team, swoop/paramedics. LPNs are assigned on some, but not all, floors.100% NICOTINE FREE FACILITYWeekends: 4 weekend shifts out of 8 possible in an 4-week period. Days: Saturday and Sunday. Nights: Friday night and Saturday night.RTO restrictions: Up to two weeks of RTO permitted. RTO must be submitted with application. Additional requests after confirmation at manager discretion.***Holiday Requirement: Travelers must work 2/3 major holidays - please submit this request with applicationLocals Accepted: NO (candidate must be more than 100 miles from facility)Pending license accepted: Yes, but if license is not IN HAND at the time of submission then traveler will be booked six weeks out.Scrubs: MANDATORY - RNs wear Steele gray scrubs with the Nebraska Medicine logo printed on the back. Information on how to obtain Nebraska Medicine branded scrubs will be shared once traveler is confirmed. Facility also sells gray T-shirts that can be worn in their company store.Parking: Professionals can obtain a parking permit (cost depends on the lot, but is approx. $55/month) or they can use daily rate parking ($3 to park for 20 hrs).Nebraska Medical Center - Nebraska Medical Center (NMC) is the No. 1 rated hospital in the Omaha metro area and the state of Nebraska. NMC is a 718 acute-care bed facility that provides care to some of the sickest and most complex patients from a team of experts that represents more than 1,000 physicians in all major specialties and services. As the teaching hospital for the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), our patients also benefit from one of the nation s leaders in cutting edge research and education. Modified Time:8/3/2026 12:00:00 AM Account Manager: Claire Sinak Account Manager Email: COVID-19 Vaccine: Required - Medical/Religious Exemptions Only Flu Vaccine: Not Required Submittals:Low Job Requirements & Qualifications Previous Charge Experience : Preferred Years of Experience : 2 Patient Ratio Experience : Charting System Experience : Required Charting System Name : Epic Community Hospital Experience : - LTAC Experience : - Trauma Level I Experience : Preferred Trauma Level II Experience : - Travel Experience Required : Yes Certifications : BLS, CPI*Skills : Blood Product Administration, Central line care/management, Chest tubes-Emerson/PleurEvac, Feeding tube care and management*, Heparin Protocols, High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)*, Interpretation of dysrhythmias, Isolation Precautions/PPE, IV insulin protocols, Manage Cardiac drips- no titration, Manage Vasoactive drips-no titration, MS/Tele, Nasal Cannula, Non-invasive airway management, Ortho trauma, Oxygen administration, PCA, Peripheral Line Care/Management, Peripheral nerve block catheters, PICC line management, Pre/Post Hemodialysis Management*, Renal failure*, Skin grafts, Spinal cord injury, Starting and maintaining IVs, Surgical drains, Telemetry - remote monitoring, Titrate Vasoactive drips, Titration of Insulin drips, Total joint replacement, Tracheostomy care/management, Traumatic Brain injury, Use of Rapid Response/Code teams, Wound Care/Wound Vac, Suicide precautions/de-escalation* Unit Details Staffing & Scheduling Scheduling Type : Other Patient Ratios Days : 5 Patient Ratios Nights : 6 Patient Ratios Weekends : - Float Required : Notified 1 hour prior to shift start by call or by text. Call Required : - Weekend Coverage : - Number of Weekend Shifts Per Contract : 4 weekend shifts out of 8 possible in an 4-week period. Days: Saturday and Sunday. Nights: Friday night and Saturday night. Ex. May be two weekends in a row or every other or 1st and 4th depending on unit and organizational needs. Pre-Approved Time Off : - Orientation Hours : 24 Facility & Patient Care Details Patient Age Groups : - Daily Census : - Number of Visits Per Day : - Number of Rooms : 41 Number of Beds : 45 Additional Unit Information Interdisciplinary Support : IV Teams, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Interpretation Services, Phlebotomy, Radiology, Social Services, Rapid Response Teams, Pharmacy, Transportation, Unit Secretary Patient Diagnoses : - Special Procedures/Unit Details : 45 bed medical/surgical unit providing care to trauma patients with focus on the acute and chronic needs for patients that are hemodynamically and medically stable. It is a specialty medical/surgical unit that is fast paced. Trauma focuses on acute and chronic needs for trauma patients admitted from the emergency department, transferred from the ICU, or admitted from surgical/procedural services. Special Equipment : REQUIRED DRIPS:NitroHeparin Insulin - non DKAMAY ENCOUNTER:AmiodaroneCardizemArgatrobanBivalirudinLasixSCREEN; CALL OUT IF NO DRIP EXP #Tier2 Travel Compliance All contracts to end on SUNDAY. Work week Monday-Sunday. Pending Nebraska RN State License accepted Allied licensing takes up to 8 weeks Do not sub for Radiology or Resp with license hits Locals : NOT accepted; 100 miles First time travelers : NO Charting : EPIC required RTO : must be included at time of submission. No RTO during first week of orientation. Weekend/Holiday Requirement : Unit dependent; see JD. Doc Due Date : Tier 2 - Tuesday prior to start - 4 PM CST Labs : Must go into labs within 48-72 hours from accepting offer. 100% Nicotine Free Facility Submittal Details: #Tier2 Travel ComplianceAll contracts to end on SUNDAY. Work week Monday-Sunday.Pending Nebraska RN State License acceptedAllied licensing takes up to 8 weeksDo not sub for Radiology or Resp with license hitsLocals: NOT accepted; 100 milesFirst time travelers: NOCharting: EPIC requiredRTO: must be included at time of submission. No RTO during first week of orientation.Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Unit dependent; see JD.Doc Due Date: Tier 2 - Tuesday prior to start - 4 PM CSTLabs: Must go into labs within 48-72 hours from accepting offer.100% Nicotine Free Facility Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:91

Prime Staffing Job ID #37011285. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Med Surg/Telemetry,19:00:00-07:30:00

About Prime Staffing

At Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success.

We offer a wide range of staffing services including temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire placements. Our extensive network of qualified candidates includes nurses, allied healthcare professionals, corporate support professionals and executives.