Travel MS ICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Level 1 trauma tertiary hospital, requiring 2+ years of recent ICU experience and NE or compact RN licensure.

• Med Surg ICU unit within a Level 1 trauma, primary tertiary acute care hospital
• 34-bed unit with nurse:patient ratios of 1:1-2 ICU, 1:4-5 PCU, and 1:5-6 MS
• Cares for adult and pediatric patients (15+ years) with diagnoses including neuro surgery, respiratory failure, ARDS, MODS, sepsis, stroke, cardiogenic shock, renal failure, general surgery, psych/OD, GI bleeds, and cancer surgeries
• Utilizes CVPs, A-lines, Swans, EV-1000, ICP monitoring, Zoll Thermoguard, and Bell Mont rapid transfuser equipment
• RNs required to titrate drips including vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, and antiarrhythmics
• Charge nurse present each shift and responds to RRTs and Codes
• Patient care techs available at a 1:18 ratio
• RT equipment ranges from nasal cannula to ventilators, with RNs troubleshooting as needed
• Draeger heart monitors used with centralized telemetry; RNs must read and interpret strips independently
• 12-hour night shifts scheduled
• Every other weekend required with holiday coverage of 2 out of 3 major holidays or every other, based on unit needs
• Floats to all inpatient units excluding Maternity/NICU
• Uses EPIC EMR system

• Active RN license (NE or Compact) required, pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Must be able to read and interpret cardiac telemetry strips independently
• Driver's license required at time of consideration

• Fast-paced unit with volume flexes as the primary tertiary hospital for the health system
• Collaborates with attendings, fellows, and residents in a team-based care environment
• Success on this unit favors nurses with strong critical thinking, a positive attitude, and willingness to help others
• Interview with unit leaders required
• 2 shifts of unit-specific orientation provided
• Navy blue scrubs required per dress code
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments
• Must pass a pass/fail skills exam (open book, 90% required) during orientation
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Candidates may not have been employed full time, part time, or PRN with any Common Spirit-associated facility (including CHI or Dignity)
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront; additional RTO will not be approved after submission

American Traveler Job  #P-763941. 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.