Healthcare Jobs in Columbus, NE

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Columbus is a community of 23,468 residents in Platte County, Nebraska. Quick2Hire is advertising 11 healthcare positions here right now. We track 33 hospitals and healthcare facilities within 75 miles, the closest being Columbus Community Hospital about 2 miles away.

Columbus, Nebraska, is a vibrant mid-sized city situated in the east-central part of the state. It is located in Platte County, of which it is the county seat, and sits approximately 80 miles west of Omaha and 90 miles northeast of Lincoln. Founded in 1856 along the transcontinental Railway, Columbus today is known for its strategic location and diverse range of local businesses and industries. It benefits from the convergence of major highways and rail lines, making it a bustling trade and travel hub.

Attracted by the strong local economy and low cost of living, Columbus experiences a steady population growth supporting its well-rounded development. As of 2020 census, it has population of around 23,000 residents. The community is rich in the spirit of volunteerism, reinforcing the sense of unity and personal growth. People who live in Columbus enjoy a high quality of life with excellent schools, good health care facilities, and various options for recreation, including an extensive system of parks and trails, making it appealing for families and nature enthusiasts.
State
Nebraska
County
Platte County
Population
23,468
Open healthcare jobs
11
Facilities within 75 miles
33
ZIP codes
68601, 68602
Time zone
America/Chicago

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Current Job Positions in Columbus (11)

Hospitals and healthcare facilities near Columbus, NE

  • Columbus Community Hospital Columbus Nebraska, NE · 2 miles from Columbus · 47 beds
  • Chi Health Schuyler Schuyler, NE · 15 miles from Columbus · 25 beds
  • Memorial Health Care Systems Seward, NE · 39 miles from Columbus · 25 beds
  • York General Hospital Inc York, NE · 40 miles from Columbus · 25 beds
  • Merrick Medical Center Central City, NE · 41 miles from Columbus · 20 beds
  • Faith Regional Health Services Norfolk, NE · 42 miles from Columbus · 133 beds
  • Saint Francis Memorial Hospital West Point, NE · 44 miles from Columbus · 25 beds
  • Fremont Health Fremont, NE · 45 miles from Columbus · 90 beds
  • P&s Surgical Hospital Monroe, LA · 52 miles from Columbus · 22 beds
  • Memorial Community Health Inc Aurora, NE · 52 miles from Columbus · 14 beds
  • Mercyone Oakland Medical Center Oakland, NE · 54 miles from Columbus · 18 beds
  • Bryan Medical Center Lincoln, NE · 57 miles from Columbus · 630 beds

Pay and licensing for healthcare jobs near Columbus, NE

Typical hourly pay

$24–$39/hr

Middle half of 94 hourly Quick2Hire listings within 100 miles; median $32/hr.

Estimated take-home

$933/week

At $32/hr for 36 hours, single filer, no stipend, after federal, FICA and Nebraska tax. Run your own numbers

Nursing license

Nebraska: Compact state

A multistate license from any compact state lets you practise in Nebraska without a separate licence. Compact license checker

Columbus healthcare jobs: common questions

How much do healthcare jobs pay near Columbus, NE?

On the 94 hourly Quick2Hire listings within 100 miles of Columbus, the middle half pay $24–$39 an hour, with a median of $32/hr.

Is Nebraska a Nurse Licensure Compact state?

Yes — Nebraska is a compact state. A multistate license from any compact state lets you practise in Nebraska without a separate licence.

How much would I take home on $32/hr in Columbus?

About $933 a week from $1,152 gross, for 36 hours as a single filer with no stipend, after federal, FICA and Nebraska state tax.

Which hospitals are near Columbus?

The closest are Columbus Community Hospital (2 mi), Chi Health Schuyler (15 mi), Memorial Health Care Systems (39 mi).

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