Travel ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU
- Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Kearney, Nebraska.

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Level 2 trauma acute care unit requiring 2+ years of ICU experience and NE or compact RN licensure.

• Acute care ICU setting within a Level 2 trauma facility
• 33-bed unit with an average daily census of 16 patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2-3 for adults
• Patient population includes trauma, cardiac, overdose/substance abuse, sepsis, post-stent, pacemaker placement, stroke, vascular, renal failure, heart failure, and respiratory distress cases
• RNs required to titrate drips including cardiac, insulin, and sedation drips
• Nurse aides available based on census;
  Healthcare Support tech onsite M-F
• RNs manage respiratory equipment ranging from nasal cannula to ventilators, troubleshooting as needed
• Continuous cardiac monitoring/telemetry with GE monitors; RNs required to read, interpret, and document strips with tele tech oversight
• 12-hour day shifts,
• Self-scheduling for core staff; block scheduling not guaranteed for travelers
• Floating required, typically to PCU and occasionally Med Surg, at a ratio of 1:4 or 1:5
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend (Saturday/Sunday)
• On-call response time of 30 minutes if called back in
• Uses EPIC EMR

• Active RN license (NE state or Compact/NLC) required at time of submission; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (active, not pending)
• Experience with drip titration and cardiac monitoring required
• Driver's license required for consideration and used to verify permanent address
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility

• Provide direct ICU nursing care including drip titration, respiratory equipment management, and cardiac monitoring
• One shift of unit/department-specific orientation provided
• Total orientation includes 12 hours
• Pass/fail skills exam given on Wednesdays during orientation; open-book format with a 90% passing score required
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments; refusal to remove will result in contract termination
• Minimum coverage of 2 holidays falling within the contract timeframe required
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront per 13-week contract; additional RTO requests will not be approved
• Candidates may not have been employed full time, part time, or PRN with any Common Spirit-associated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the past year
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified via driver's license
• Facility does not approve paired scheduling requests or shared transportation arrangements between candidates
• Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment (3 shifts for shorter assignments)

American Traveler Job  #P-762207. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - ICU

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.