Travel Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Travel Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse - $2,344 per week at American Traveler summary:
This position is for a Travel Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN ICU) in Kearney, Nebraska, requiring at least two years of ICU nursing experience and certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS. The role involves providing critical care in a 33-bed adult ICU, managing complex patient needs including ventilator support, cardiac and sedation drip titration, and using EPIC EMR. Benefits include high pay, health insurance from day one, housing allowances, and travel reimbursements during a 13-week travel assignment with 12-hour day shifts.
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

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Start Date:

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift: 12 hours, days

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Employment Type:

Travel

Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ICU position in an acute care, Level II trauma setting requiring a NE or compact RN license and ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.
Responsibilities

• Work in a 33-bed adult Intensive Care Unit within an acute care hospital

• Unit sees trauma, cardiac, overdose/substance abuse, sepsis, post-stent, pacemaker placement, stroke, vascular, renal failure, heart failure, and respiratory distress cases

• Nurse to patient ratio is 1:2-3

• Must titrate cardiac, insulin, and sedation drips

• Care responsibilities include managing patients from nasal cannula to ventilator support

• Responsible for reading, interpreting, and documenting EKG/telemetry strips, with GE monitors and tele tech oversight

• Float requirements include PCU and occasionally Med Surg with typical ratios of 1:4 or 1:5

• 12-hour day shifts, every other weekend required

• Required to work at least two holidays if dates fall within contract

• Uses Epic EMR

• Participate in one shift of unit-specific orientation

• Nurse aides and healthcare support techs available to assist based on census and volume

• Self-scheduling is available for core staff, with travelers added in; block scheduling is not guaranteed

• Up to 7 days of time off may be requested up front per 13-week contract; additional time off is not approved after submission

• First time travelers are eligible for this assignment

• Standard hospital dress code applies; artificial nails not permitted
Requirements

• Active NE or compact RN license required at the time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted

• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required; pending certifications not accepted

• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience required

• Must provide two references: one supervisor from the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor from the last 3 years

• Driver's license required for verification of address; must live at least 50 miles from the facility

• Cannot have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) at any Common Spirit, CHI, or Dignity facilities within the past year

• Artificial nails are prohibited in patient care areas

• Must pass a skills exam during orientation with a score of at least 90%
Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options

• 401(k) Plan

• Weekly Payroll Deposit

• Free Online CEUs

• Generous Housing Allowance

• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

• Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job  #P. 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.
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