Travel Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse - $2,344 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
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level II ICU position requiring NE or compact RN licensure, ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.
Responsibilities
- Work in a 33-bed adult ICU within an acute care hospital
- Patient population includes trauma, cardiac, overdose, sepsis, post-stent, pacemaker placement, stroke, vascular, renal failure, heart failure, and respiratory distress cases
- Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:2-3 in ICU
- RNs are required to titrate cardiac, insulin, and sedation drips
- Expected to manage patients on RT equipment, from nasal cannula to ventilators
- RNs must read, interpret, and document telemetry strips using GE monitors
- 12-hour day shifts (0630-1830) with every other weekend required
- Travelers may float to PCU and MedSurg units with appropriate ratios
- Unit uses Epic for charting
- Minimum of two holiday shifts required during contract
- One shift of unit-specific orientation provided
- RNs will provide critical care to a diverse range of adult patients with high acuity needs
- Artificial nails are prohibited for infection control reasons
- RNs are expected to participate in a pass/fail skills exam on their first orientation day
- Holiday coverage is required for at least two holidays during the assignment
- Self-scheduling not available to travelers; block scheduling is not permitted except possibly for weekends
- Travelers may not work the same schedule as another traveler for carpooling or duo scheduling purposes
- Max of 7 days RTO allowed during the 13-week contract; no additional RTO approved after submission
Requirements
- Active NE or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
- Minimum of two years recent ICU experience
- Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Driver's license required to verify residence outside 50-mile radius
- Must not have been employed directly by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity within the past year
- Ability to pass a 90% or higher on a skills exam during orientation is required
- Two professional references including one from a supervisor within the past 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the past three years
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-638932. 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.