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:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Level II trauma acute care setting requiring NE or compact RN licensure and prior ICU experience.

• ICU setting with 33 beds and an average daily census of 16
• 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
• RNs manage respiratory equipment ranging from nasal cannula to ventilators, troubleshooting as needed
• Cardiac monitoring and telemetry required, including reading, interpreting, and documenting strips with tele tech oversight
• Nurse aides and a Healthcare Support tech available to assist based on census
• 12-hour day shifts from
• Every other weekend required (Saturday/Sunday)
• Floating required, typically to PCU and occasionally Med Surg at similar patient ratios (1:4 or 1:5)
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Minimum of 2 holidays required within the contract timeframe

• Active RN license (NE state or Compact) required, pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Acute care and Level II trauma experience required
• Driver's license required for consideration
• 2 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 employment dates and rehire eligibility

• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified by driver's license
• 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
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments; refusal to remove will result in contract termination
• RNs complete a pass/fail open-book exam during orientation on skills learned, requiring a 90% score to pass
• One shift of unit-specific orientation provided
• Self-scheduling available for core staff, with travelers added in; block scheduling cannot be guaranteed
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront per 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved
• If placed on call, must be able to arrive within 30 minutes when called back in

American Traveler Job  #P-774651. 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.