Travel ICU RN - $2,254 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: 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: Aug 31, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week travel assignment requiring critical care experience and NE or compact RN licensure. Details Level 2 trauma acute care hospital setting in a 33-bed ICU with an average daily census of 16 Patient population includes trauma, cardiac, overdose/substance abuse, sepsis, post-stent, pacemaker placement, stroke, vascular, renal failure, heart failure, and respiratory distress cases Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2-3 for adults RNs required to titrate drips including cardiac, insulin, and sedation medications Respiratory equipment ranges from nasal cannula to ventilators, with RNs troubleshooting as needed Cardiac monitoring/telemetry required, including reading, interpreting, and documenting strips (GE monitors, with tele tech oversight) Nurse aide support available based on census, plus a Healthcare Support tech 3 days per week 12-hour day shifts (0630-1830) Every other weekend required (Saturday and Sunday) Floating primarily to PCU and occasionally MedSurg at a 1:4 or 1:5 ratio Minimum of 2 holidays required within the contract timeframe Uses EPIC EMR On-call response time of 30 minutes if called back in Requirements Active RN license, State or Compact (NLC), specifically NE or compact license required Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS Must be able to titrate cardiac, insulin, and sedation drips Experience reading, interpreting, and documenting telemetry strips EPIC EMR experience Driver's license required at time of consideration to confirm residence location 2 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 monitoring, medication titration, and telemetry interpretation Complete 1 shift of unit/department-specific orientation Pass a Wednesday open-book exam during orientation with a required score of 90% to continue the assignment Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply results in contract termination Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified via driver's license Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the past year Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront per 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved after submission Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment Self-scheduling available for core staff, with travelers incorporated; block scheduling cannot be guaranteed except for weekends-only requests American Traveler Job ID P-742971. 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.