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:
  
  12/07/2026
• 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:
  
  Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

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

• Acute care setting in a Med Surg ICU (3N/3S) within a 34-bed unit
• Serves adults and pediatric patients over 15 years old
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1-2 in ICU, 1:4-5 in PCU, and 1:5-6 in Med Surg
• Common diagnoses include neuro surgery, respiratory failure, ARDS, MODS, sepsis, stroke, cardiogenic shock, renal failure, GI bleeds, and cancer-specific surgeries
• Utilizes advanced equipment including CVPs, Alines, Swans, EV-1000, ICP monitoring, Zoll-Thermoguard, and Bell Mont rapid transfuser
• RNs required to titrate drips including vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, and antiarrhythmics
• Charge nurse present each shift and responds to RRTs and Codes
• Nurse aides/patient care techs available at a 1:18 ratio
• Draeger heart monitoring with centralized telemetry; RNs must interpret their own strips
• 12-hour night shifts from
• Every other weekend required and holiday coverage for 2 out of 3 major holidays or as needed
• Floats to all inpatient units excluding Maternity/NICU
• EPIC EMR used
• 2 shifts of unit-specific orientation provided

• Active RN license (NE or Compact) required, pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS, all must be active and not pending
• Must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips
• Experience titrating drips including vasopressors and sedation required
• Driver's license required for submission and used to verify residence location

• Fast-paced unit with volume flexes as the primary tertiary hospital for the health system
• Successful candidates demonstrate strong critical thinking, a positive attitude, and willingness to collaborate
• Works within a team environment alongside attendings, fellows, and residents to coordinate patient care
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments
• Must pass a pass/fail open-book skills exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90%
• 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, CHI, or Dignity facility
• Up to 7 days of RTO must be requested upfront with no additional RTO approved during the contract

American Traveler Job  #P-772972. 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.