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, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 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 night shift assignment requiring NE or compact licensure and at least 2 years of ICU experience.

• Acute care Level 2 Trauma 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, insulin, and sedation medications
• Respiratory equipment ranges from nasal cannula to ventilator, with RN troubleshooting responsibilities
• Cardiac monitoring/telemetry required, including strip reading, interpretation, and documentation using GE monitors with tele tech oversight
• Support staff includes nurse aides and a Healthcare Support Tech 3 days per week
• 12-hour night shifts )
• Every other weekend required (Saturday/Sunday)
• Floating required, typically to PCU and occasionally Med Surg, at similar patient ratios (1:4 or 1:5)
• Minimum of 2 holidays within the contract timeframe required
• EPIC EMR used

• Active RN license, Nebraska or Compact (NLC), required and must be active (not pending) at time of consideration
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required and must be active (not pending)
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• BSN not required
• Driver's license required for 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

• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, as verified by driver's license
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any Common Spirit-associated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year
• Duos requesting matching schedules or shared transportation will not be accommodated
• Block scheduling not guaranteed except for weekends-only requests
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront per 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved after submission
• One shift of unit-specific orientation provided
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments
• Pass/fail skills exam required during orientation (open book, 90% passing score)
• On-call staff must be able to arrive within 30 minutes if called back in

American Traveler Job  #P-763644. 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.