Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,600 to $2,700 per week in Omaha, NE

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care
Location: Omaha, NE
Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.
Pay: $2,600 to $2,700 per week
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Omaha, Nebraska, 68147!

Travel MS/ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Omaha, NE 68124

Pay: $2,600/week

Shift: 12-hour Days (6:30 AM – 6:30 PM)

Duration: 13 Weeks

Radius Rule: 50 miles (Driver’s License required at submission)

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled MS/ICU RN to join a high-acuity, fast-paced unit at a leading tertiary care hospital in Omaha, NE. This role involves caring for a diverse patient population across ICU, PCU, and Med-Surg levels , requiring strong critical thinking and adaptability.

⚠️ Important Requirements

• Artificial nails are strictly prohibited (non-compliance may result in contract termination)
• Must pass a 90% score on an open-book exam during orientation (Pass/Fail)

Required Certifications

• BLS – Required
• ACLS – Required
• NIHSS – Required

Unit Details

• Total Beds: 34
• Patient Population: Adults & Pediatrics (15+ years)
• Ratios:
  • ICU: 1:1–2
  • PCU: 1:4–5
  • Med-Surg: 1:5–6

Common Diagnoses & Cases

• Respiratory failure, ARDS, sepsis
• Stroke & neuro surgical patients
• Cardiogenic shock (Impella, balloon pump)
• Renal failure (CRRT)
• GI bleeds, general surgery cases
• Oncology-related surgeries
• Psych/overdose patients

Key Responsibilities

• Manage critically ill patients across acuity levels
• Titrate drips (vasopressors, sedation, paralytics, antiarrhythmics, narcotics)
• Interpret telemetry (no monitor techs – RN reads strips)
• Assist with advanced monitoring:
  • CVPs, A-lines, Swan-Ganz
  • ICP monitoring
• Work with respiratory equipment (NC to ventilators)
• Collaborate during RRTs and Code Blue events

Equipment & Technology

• Telemetry: Draeger monitoring system
• Advanced tools:
  • EV-1000
  • Zoll Thermoguard (hypothermia protocol)
  • Belmont rapid transfuser

Support & Staffing

• Charge Nurse available (responds to codes/RRTs)
• Patient Care Techs: 1:18 ratio
• Collaborative team including attendings, residents, and fellows

Scheduling & Requirements

• Manager-created schedule (no self-scheduling)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other
• Holiday Requirement: 2 out of 3 major holidays or as needed
• Floating: Required to all inpatient units (excluding Maternity/NICU)

Orientation

• 2 shifts of unit-specific orientation

Work Environment

• High-volume, fast-paced tertiary care center
• Strong team-oriented culture
• Ideal candidate is:
  • Adaptable
  • Team player
  • Strong critical thinker
  • Willing to learn and ask questions

✨ If you're an experienced ICU RN ready to thrive in a high-acuity environment with strong team support—apply today!

About United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

Requirements

ACLS, BLS Certification, NIHSS

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