RN - ICU - Travel Day and Night Shift

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• 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: Jun 8, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a 13-week ICU travel assignment at a Level II Trauma facility, requiring active NE or Compact RN licensure and a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience.
Details

• Acute care ICU setting at a Level II Trauma Center
• Common diagnoses include COPD, pneumonia, CVA, TIA, DKA, sepsis, CHF, STEMI, and neuro cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2 for ICU; 1:4 for PCU and 1:5 for medical patients when downgrades occur
• Patient care techs available on the unit (1 tech up to 20 patients; 2 techs up to 24 patients)
• 24/7 critical care coverage with in-house intensivist; E-ICU staffed with a nurse and APRN around the clock
• RNs are required to titrate drips including vasopressors, insulin, TNK, heparin, IV antibiotics, and sedatives
• RNs must independently read and interpret telemetry monitor strips
• Ventilator and BiPAP equipment in use on the unit
• EMR: Epic
• 12-hour day shifts, 0630–1900; night shift option available 1830–0700
• Scheduling is managed by the unit scheduler
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required based on unit needs
• Floating required to PCU and medical floors
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active NE or Compact (NLC) RN license — must be active at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Required certifications (must be active, no pending): BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility (driver's license used to verify permanent address)
• Cannot be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN at any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility (including CHI and/or Dignity)
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, each including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

Additional Information

Orientation consists of one week of system-level onboarding followed by 1–2 twelve-hour shifts of unit-specific orientation
A pass/fail open-book exam is administered on Friday of orientation week covering skills learned during orientation; a score of 90% or higher is required to pass — failure results in contract termination
Charge nurse is present on every shift; charge nurse carries a patient assignment
Navy blue scrubs required
Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments; refusal to remove them will result in contract termination
RTO requests must be submitted upfront and are limited to 7 or fewer days per 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved
American Traveler Job ID #P-710688. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.