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 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week acute care assignment requiring 2+ years of ICU experience and NE or compact RN licensure.

• Level 2 Trauma acute care ICU setting with 33 beds and an average daily census of 16
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2-3 for adult patients
• Treats 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 drips, insulin, and sedation
• Nurse aides and Healthcare Support techs available based on census to assist with 1:1 monitoring and floor support
• RNs manage respiratory equipment ranging from nasal cannula to ventilators, troubleshooting as needed
• Cardiac monitoring/telemetry required including strip reading, interpretation, and documentation, with tele tech oversight (GE monitors)
• 12-hour day shifts scheduled
• Self-scheduling available for core staff with travelers added in; block scheduling cannot be guaranteed
• Floating required, typically to PCU and occasionally Med Surg, at similar 1:4 or 1:5 ratios
• Every other weekend required (Saturday and Sunday)
• Minimum of 2 holidays within the contract timeframe required
• Uses EPIC EMR

• Active RN license (NE state or Compact) required, pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Must be willing and able to titrate cardiac, insulin, and sedation drips
• Experience with cardiac monitoring/telemetry interpretation required
• Driver's license required at time of consideration
• 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
• 12 hours of general orientation included in the assignment
• RNs complete a pass/fail open-book exam on Wednesdays during orientation, covering skills taught in orientation, requiring a 90% score to pass
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments; refusal to remove them will result in contract termination
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified via driver's license
• Candidates may not have been employed full time, part time, or PRN with any Common Spirit-affiliated facility (including CHI or Dignity) within the past year; PRN employment through outside firms is acceptable
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront per 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved once the assignment begins
• Facility may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment (3 shifts for shorter assignments)
• On-call staff must be able to arrive within 30 minutes if called back in

American Traveler Job  #P-762278. 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.