Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

• Specialty:
  ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift

Medical ICU | 13-Week Contract |

We are actively seeking an experienced ICU Registered Nurse (RN) for a night shift contract in a Medical ICU setting. This is a high-paying travel opportunity with strong clinical exposure and EPIC charting.

Assignment Details

Start Date:

02/09/2026

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 12-hour nights (18:30 – 07:00)

Guaranteed

Hours:

36 hours/week

Availability: 1 position

Cancellation Policy:
Up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment

Unit Information

Unit:
Medical ICU

Beds: 16

Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 2:1

Trauma Level: III

Charting System: EPIC

Scrubs:
Navy Blue

Common Diagnoses:
Sepsis, respiratory failure, stroke, MI, DKA, STEMI, A-fib RVR, PE, COVID, COPD exacerbations
(GI cases stabilized and transferred as needed)

Clinical Expectations

ICU experience with vents, drips, and BiPAP

Titration required

Common drips include vasopressors and sedation (Levo, Neo, Cardene, Precedex, Propofol, etc.)

Floating to PCU when ICU census is low

Staffing & Support

Charge nurse present every shift (takes assignment)

No nurse aides on unit

Hospitalist onsite 24/7

Intensivist onsite during days; telemedicine at night

RT shared with ER (RT manages vent adjustments)

Centralized telemetry monitoring (Draeger monitors)

Requirements

Active RN license (license required at submittal)

Minimum 2 years ICU experience (preferred)

Certifications

Required:

BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
(PALS & TNCC preferred)

Prior travel experience preferred

Driver’s license required at submittal

Must live outside 50-mile radius

Important Notes

-Prescreen + Auto Offer

Open-book skills exam during orientation (90% required to pass)

Orientation: 1 ICU shift + 1 PCU shift

Every 3rd weekend required

Holiday requirement:
July 4th

No artificial nails (strict policy)

RTO must be submitted upfront (no changes after submission)

Cannot have worked with Common Spirit / CHI / Dignity in the past year

JOB  -

At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

• ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
• ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
• ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
• ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

• Medical benefits
• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus