Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $3,001 per week

AHS Staffing 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: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Travel ICU RN Position Summary

CHI Health Good Samaritan - Kearney, NE

Key Position Details

• Start Date: August 3, 2026
• End Date: November 2, 2026
• Duration: 91 days (13 weeks)
• Specialty: ICU (Intensive Care Unit)
• Shift: 12-hour Nights (18:30 - 06:30)
• Number of Positions: 1
• Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week
• Orientation: 1 shift on unit + 12 hours
• Trauma Level: Level 2

Unit Details - ICU

• Total Beds: 33
• Average Daily Census: 16
• Nurse:Patient Ratio: 1:2-3 for adults
• EMR System: EPIC
• Monitors: GE brand with tele tech oversight
• RT Equipment: Nasal cannula to vents (RNs troubleshoot as needed)

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Certifications:
  • BLS (required)
  • ACLS (required)
  • NIHSS (required)
• Skills Required:
  • Must be able to read/interpret/document telemetry strips
  • Drip titration (cardiac drips, insulin, sedation)
  • Ventilator management
  • Critical care experience
• License: Active NE or Compact RN license required at submission
• BSN: Not required

Patient Population & Clinical Skills

• Common Diagnoses:
  • Trauma patients
  • Cardiac (post-stent, pacemaker placement)
  • Overdose/substance abuse
  • Sepsis
  • Stroke
  • Vascular cases
  • Renal failure, heart failure
  • Respiratory distress
• Drip Titration: Yes - all cardiac drips, insulin, sedation drips
• Airway Management: Full range from nasal cannula to mechanical ventilation

Staffing Support

• Nursing Aides: Yes, based on census (1:1 sitters or floor assistance)
• Healthcare Support Tech: 3 days/week (M-F, 08:00-16:30)
• Tele Techs: Yes, with monitor oversight
• RT: Available for vent management

Schedule Requirements

• Shift Times: 06:30-18:30 (Days), 18:30-06:30 (Nights)
• Self-Scheduling: Core staff self-schedule, travelers added in
• Block Scheduling: NOT approved unless weekends only
• Weekends: Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
• Holidays: Minimum 2 holidays within contract timeframe
• Call: If placed on call and called back, must arrive within 30 minutes
• RTO: 7 days or less per 13-week contract (must be included upfront; additional RTO will NOT be approved)

Floating Requirements

• Typical: PCU
• Occasional: Med-Surg
• Ratio when floating: Same as assigned units (1:4 or 1:5)

CRITICAL Orientation Requirement ⚠️

PASS/FAIL EXAM on Wednesday during orientation:

• Open book exam on skills learned
• All necessary resources provided
• Must achieve 90% to pass
• Failure to pass = contract termination

Important CHI Health Policies ⚠️

Local Radius Rule:

• Must be >50 miles from facility
• Driver's license required at submittal to verify distance
• Candidates may NOT be full-time, part-time, or PRN with any CommonSpirit facility (including CHI or Dignity)

About AHS Staffing

At AHS Staffing, we are committed to providing a personalized, transparent, and rewarding experience. We go beyond the transactional nature of the industry by offering individualized job matching, clear communication, no-nonsense pay rates, and dedicated recruiter support 24/7.

When you're on assignment with us, you'll get access to industry-leading benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) matching, competitive pay packages, licensure reimbursement, weekly pay, and more. Easily manage your day-to-day with our mobile app where you can view your assignment details, manage your compliance and licensing documents, submit timecards, and browse new jobs to land your next adventure.

As a nationally recognized and award-winning agency, we understand the importance of providing a seamless experience from application to placement. Our top priority is matching you with assignments that align with both your personal and professional goals. Join us to experience working with an agency that truly prioritizes your success and well-being and see why thousands of healthcare professionals continue to trust us with their careers.