Travel ICU RN - $2,275 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: Oct 12, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Level 2 trauma acute care unit requiring NIHSS certification and at least 2 years of ICU experience. Details Acute care ICU setting within a Level 2 trauma facility 33-bed unit with an average daily census of 16 Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2-3 for adult patients Patient population includes trauma, cardiac, 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 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 aides and Healthcare Support techs available based on census 12-hour day shifts, 0630-1830 and 1830-0630 rotation Every other weekend required (Saturday/Sunday) Floating required, typically to PCU and occasionally MedSurg, with ratios of 1:4 or 1:5 Uses EPIC EMR Minimum of 2 holidays required within the contract timeframe Requirements Active RN license (State or Compact/NLC) for the state of submission; pending licenses not accepted Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS Prior experience with drip titration and telemetry interpretation required Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified via driver's license Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility Copy of driver's license required for consideration Additional Information Responsibilities include titrating cardiac, insulin, and sedation drips, monitoring and documenting telemetry strips, and managing respiratory equipment ranging from nasal cannula to ventilators One shift of unit-specific orientation provided Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments; refusal to remove will result in contract termination RNs must pass a Wednesday open-book skills exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90% or risk termination If placed on call, RNs must be able to arrive within 30 minutes of being called back in Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront per 13-week contract; additional RTO requests will not be approved 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 Block scheduling is not approved except for weekends-only requests Duos requesting the same schedule or sharing a car will not be accepted American Traveler Job ID P-759771. 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.