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 Days contract requiring NE or compact RN licensure and BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications. Details Work in a 33-bed ICU within an acute care hospital with a Trauma Level 2 designation Average daily census of 16 patients with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:2-3 for adults Care for trauma, cardiac, overdose/substance abuse, sepsis, post-stent, pacemaker placement, stroke, vascular, renal failure, heart failure, and respiratory distress patients Titrate cardiac, insulin, and sedation drips Manage patients on respiratory support ranging from nasal cannula to ventilators Read, interpret, and document telemetry strips using GE monitors with tele tech oversight Supported by nurse aides and a Healthcare Support tech (M-F, 0800-1630) based on census 12-hour Day shifts scheduled 0630-1830 Uses EPIC EMR Float to PCU and occasionally MedSurg at similar patient ratios (1:4 or 1:5) Weekend requirement of every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) On-call staff must arrive within 30 minutes if called back in One shift of unit-specific orientation provided Requirements Active NE state or Compact (NLC) RN license required, pending licenses not accepted Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required, pending certifications not accepted BSN not required for this position Acute care ICU experience required Driver's license required for consideration and used to verify residency Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility 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 eligibility for rehire Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas Additional Information Provide direct ICU nursing care including drip titration, ventilator management, and telemetry monitoring for a complex adult patient population Pass a Pass/Fail open-book exam on Wednesdays during orientation, requiring a 90% score based on skills covered in orientation resources Minimum of 2 holidays falling within the contract time frame must be covered Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront per 13-week contract, with no additional RTO approved after submission Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the past year Candidates previously employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered Self-scheduling applies to core staff, with travelers added into the schedule as needed Block scheduling and shared schedules for duos are not approved unless weekends only American Traveler Job ID P-741752. 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.