Travel ICU RN - $2,326 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Kearney, Nebraska. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/14/2026 Duration: 18 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 14, 2026 Length: 18 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Level II trauma center, requiring 2 years of ICU experience, ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certification, and an NE or compact RN license. Details Acute care ICU setting in a Level 2 trauma center with 33 beds and an average daily census of 16 Patient ratios of 1:2-3 for adults Common diagnoses include trauma, cardiac cases, overdose/substance abuse, sepsis, post-stent and pacemaker placement, stroke, vascular cases, renal failure, heart failure, and respiratory distress RNs required to titrate drips including cardiac drips, insulin, and sedation RNs required to read, interpret, and document telemetry strips using GE monitors with tele tech oversight RNs manage respiratory equipment ranging from nasal cannula to ventilators for troubleshooting purposes Nurse aides and healthcare support techs assist based on census and volume 12-hour night shifts (1830-0630) Every other weekend required, with weekends defined as Saturday and Sunday Floating primarily to PCU and occasionally MedSurg at similar patient ratios (1:4 or 1:5) Minimum of 2 holidays within the contract timeframe must be covered Uses EPIC EMR On-call shifts require arrival within 30 minutes if called back in Requirements Active RN license (NE or Compact) required, pending licenses not accepted BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required and must be active, pending certifications not accepted Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required BSN not required for this position 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 Additional Information Provide direct patient care to critically ill adult ICU patients including trauma, cardiac, and post-surgical cases Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified by driver's license Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year PRN employment through outside staffing firms will be considered Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to remove will result in contract termination RNs must pass a pass/fail, open-book skills exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90% or risk termination Self-scheduling available for core staff, with travelers incorporated into the schedule; block scheduling not guaranteed except for weekends-only requests One shift of unit-specific orientation provided Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront per 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved after submission American Traveler Job ID P-750670. 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 About American Traveler 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.