Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,225 per week

Cross Country TravCorps, Inc.; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k)

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses in Kearney, Nebraska seeks a travel nurse RN in ICU for 13 weeks starting 10/26/2026. Nights, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week in a 33-bed ICU with 1:2-3 patient ratios. Includes housing option and competitive pay.

The ICU handles trauma, cardiac, stroke and sepsis; requires ACLS, BLS, NIHSS; must reside within 50 miles and hold a valid license; self-scheduling available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years ICU experience.
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications required.
• Must reside within 50 miles and have a valid driver's license.
• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week.
• Start date: 2026-10-26; End date: 2027-01-25.

Responsibilities

• Titrate cardiac, insulin, and sedation drips.
• Troubleshoot vents and oxygen equipment.
• Monitor and interpret cardiac strips in critically ill adults.
• Provide comprehensive ICU nursing care.

Skills

ICU experience

RN

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

Education

RN licensure

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Kearney, Nebraska.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses 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: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

The ICU (Intensive Care Unit) Nurse position is based in a healthcare facility environment, focusing on critical patient care for complex cases such as trauma, cardiac, stroke, and sepsis. This role requires providing specialized nursing care for adult patients in a fast-paced ICU setting.

Job Details

• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS; Licensure to submit required.
• Education/Experience Requirements: Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience.
• Location Requirements: Candidates must reside within a 50-mile radius and hold a valid drivers license.
• Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Duration: Start date on 10/26/2026, end date on 01/25/2027.
• Additional notes: ICU includes 33 beds with an average daily census of 16; patient ratios are 1:2-3.
• Responsibilities include titration of cardiac, insulin, and sedation drips; troubleshooting vents and oxygen equipment; monitoring and interpreting strips; and providing care for critically ill adult patients with complex conditions.
• RNs are required to hold current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications and must be able to demonstrate competence in care and procedures specific to an ICU environment.
• Self-scheduling is available for core staff, with occasional float to PCU or MedSurg units.
• One shift of unit-specific orientation is provided; additional RTO requests beyond 7 days within the contract are not approved.
• Candidates must be able to quickly respond when called back to work after on-call periods.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1330562. 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: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus