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<p><strong>Opportunity:</strong></p>
<p>RN - ICU</p>

<p><strong>Job Details:</strong></p>
<p>• Work 12-hour night shifts from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM<br />
• Every third weekend requirement<br />
• Holiday requirement for 4th of July<br />
• 2:1 nurse to patient ratio in 16-bed Medical ICU<br />
• Float to Progressive Care Unit (PCU) when not needed in ICU<br />
• Must pass open book exam on Friday during orientation with 90% score or face termination<br />
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (PALS &amp; TNCC preferred)<br />
• 2 years ICU experience preferred with travel experience preferred<br />
• Must have experience with drips, ventilators, and BiPAPs<br />
• Responsible for titrating vasopressors and sedation drips including levophed, neosynephrine, cardene, precedex, and propofol<br />
• Must be able to read and verify telemetry strips<br />
• Navy blue scrub color requirement<br />
• Artificial nails prohibited - refusal to remove will result in contract termination<br />
• 1 shift orientation for ICU and 1 shift for PCU<br />
• EPIC charting system<br />
• Care for patients with sepsis, respiratory failure, stroke, MI, DKA, STEMI, A-fib RVR, COPD exacerbation, and pulmonary embolism<br />
• Must live outside 50-mile radius and cannot be employed with CommonSpirit facilities</p>

<p><strong>Facility:</strong></p>
<p>This healthcare organization operates a Level 3 trauma center with a 16-bed Medical ICU providing acute care services. The facility maintains 24/7 hospitalist coverage with intensivists available during day hours and telemedicine support during nights. The ICU features modern equipment including Draeger telemetry monitors and shares respiratory therapy services with the emergency department. The organization emphasizes high standards of care and maintains strict policies to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.</p>

<p><strong>Location:</strong></p>
<p>Council Bluffs, IA</p>
<p>Council Bluffs offers a unique location along the Missouri River with easy access to nearby Omaha, providing both small-town charm and metropolitan amenities. The area features beautiful riverfront parks, historic attractions, and excellent dining and entertainment options, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals seeking diverse recreational opportunities.</p>

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs Iowa IA Adex Job ID #1044441. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs Iowa IA Adex Job ID #1036839. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.


      <h2>Job Description</h2>
      <p>American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with strong critical care skills for a night shift position requiring an IA or compact RN license and certification in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS.</p>
      
            <h2>Responsibilities</h2>
            <ul><li>Position is based in an acute care ICU with 16 beds</li><li>Care for medical ICU patients with sepsis, respiratory failure, stroke, and myocardial infarction</li><li>Nurse-to-patient ratio is 2:1</li><li>Common diagnoses include DKA, STEMI, stroke, a-fib RVR, COVID, COPD exacerbation, and PE</li><li>RNs are required to titrate vasopressors and sedation drips including levo, neo, cardene, precedex, and propofol</li><li>Advanced equipment used includes vents, BiPAP, CPAP, and high-flow oxygen (RT adjusts settings)</li><li>Charting is performed using Epic EMR</li><li>Night shifts are 12 hours (18:30-07:00), every third weekend required</li><li>No self-scheduling or guaranteed block scheduling is available</li><li>Floating to PCU is required if not needed in ICU</li><li>No call or on-call requirement</li><li>Must pass a skills-based open-book exam during orientation with a score of 90% or higher</li><li>Navy blue scrubs required for all shifts</li><li>Hospitalist is in-house 24/7; intensivist coverage during daytime and available via telemedicine at night</li><li>No nurse aides or patient care techs on unit; RNs perform direct patient care</li><li>Centralized monitor techs read strips but RNs must verify</li><li>Floating may occur to progressive care unit as needed</li><li>Compliance with fingernail policy prohibiting artificial nails in patient care areas is required</li><li>Holiday coverage required for July 4th</li><li>All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted up front; additional RTO will not be approved</li><li>First-time travelers will be considered for this role</li></ul>
          
      <h2>Requirements</h2>
      <ul><li>Active IA or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted</li><li>Minimum 2 years of ICU RN experience preferred</li><li>Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS; PALS and TNCC preferred</li><li>Experience with ICU pumps, drips, ventilators, and titration required</li><li>Ability to read and verify monitor strips</li><li>Experience with Epic EMR preferred</li><li>Must reside at least 50 miles from facility address as verified by driver's license</li><li>May not have been employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by CommonSpirit Health, CHI, or Dignity within the past year</li><li>Must provide 2 references: one supervisor within the last 12 months, one peer or supervisor within the last 3 years</li></ul>
      <h2>Benefits</h2>
      <ul><li>High Pay and Bonuses</li><li>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options</li><li>401(k) Plan</li><li>Weekly Payroll Deposit</li><li>Free Online CEUs</li><li>Generous Housing Allowance</li><li>Travel and Licensure Reimbursements</li><li>Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy</li><li>Traveler Rewards and Discounts</li></ul>
    

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs Iowa IA American Traveler Job ID #P-663331. 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


      <h2>Job Description</h2>
      <p>American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with a current IA or compact license, ACLS, BLS, NIHSS certifications, and strong critical care skills for night shifts.</p>
      
            <h2>Responsibilities</h2>
            <ul><li>Position is in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) within an acute care hospital setting</li><li>16-bed ICU caring for primarily medical patients with diagnoses including sepsis, respiratory failure, stroke, and MI</li><li>Nurse to patient ratio is 2:1</li><li>Shift is 12-hour nights from 1830-0700</li><li>Work required every third weekend and coverage for July 4th holiday</li><li>ICU RNs may float to PCU if not needed in ICU</li><li>EPIC EMR is used and prior experience is recommended</li><li>Required to pass a skills exam during orientation with a score of at least 90%</li><li>Unit utilizes Draeger tele monitors and centralized monitor techs</li><li>No nurse aides on the unit; charge nurse takes a patient assignment</li><li>RNs are responsible for titrating critical drips and providing advanced critical care interventions</li><li>Must wear navy blue scrubs as per dress code and adhere to hospital fingernail policy prohibiting artificial nails</li><li>Hospitalist is in-house 24/7 with intensivist support during days and via telemedicine at night; RT is shared with ER</li><li>One shift of ICU-specific and one shift of PCU-specific orientation provided</li><li>No call or standby required</li><li>Required time off (RTO) must be disclosed upfront; no additional RTO will be approved after assignment start</li><li>Only candidates living at least 50 miles from the facility are eligible</li></ul>
          
      <h2>Requirements</h2>
      <ul><li>Active IA or compact RN license required at the time of consideration</li><li>Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required</li><li>Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience preferred</li><li>Strong experience with drips, vents, Bipaps, titration of vasopressors and sedation agents (Levo, Neo, Cardene, Precedex, Propofol)</li><li>Ability to read and verify telemetry strips</li><li>Driver's license required to confirm residence outside 50-mile radius</li><li>May not have been employed (FT, PT, PRN) by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity within the past year</li><li>Professional references required: one from a supervisor within the last 12 months and one from a peer or supervisor within the last 3 years</li></ul>
      <h2>Benefits</h2>
      <ul><li>High Pay and Bonuses</li><li>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options</li><li>401(k) Plan</li><li>Weekly Payroll Deposit</li><li>Free Online CEUs</li><li>Generous Housing Allowance</li><li>Travel and Licensure Reimbursements</li><li>Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy</li><li>Traveler Rewards and Discounts</li></ul>
    

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs Iowa IA American Traveler Job ID #P-658739. 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

<p><strong>Opportunity:</strong></p>
<p>RN - Med Surg Orthopedic</p>

<p><strong>Job Details:</strong></p>
<p>• Work 12-hour night shifts from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM<br />
• Self-scheduling available<br />
• Every third weekend requirement (Friday and Saturday considered weekend for nights)<br />
• Patient ratio of 1:5 with 28 beds plus 22 overflow beds<br />
• May float to PCU and McDermott (behavioral health)<br />
• BLS certification required<br />
• Must pass open book exam during orientation with 90% or higher to continue employment<br />
• Navy blue scrub color required<br />
• Artificial nails prohibited - refusal to remove will result in contract termination<br />
• Driver's license required at submittal<br />
• Must live more than 50 miles from facility<br />
• Cannot be employed with any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within past year<br />
• Epic charting system<br />
• First week classroom orientation followed by one 12-hour shift on unit<br />
• Care for patients with total knees, total hips, shoulder replacements, COPD, diabetes, wounds, IV infusions, dementia, oncology, fractures, sepsis, pneumonia, and other medical-surgical conditions<br />
• Unit focuses on hourly rounding and bedside shift report<br />
• Must be flexible, self-directed, and enjoy learning new skills<br />
• Work with charge nurse who takes patient assignment and nurse aids with 1:10 ratio</p>

<p><strong>Facility:</strong></p>
<p>This healthcare facility operates a comprehensive medical-surgical orthopedic unit that provides specialized care for patients requiring orthopedic procedures and general medical-surgical services. The facility maintains high standards for patient care with structured orientation programs and evidence-based practices including hourly rounding and bedside reporting. The organization serves a diverse patient population and emphasizes continuous learning and professional development for nursing staff.</p>

<p><strong>Location:</strong></p>
<p>Council Bluffs, IA</p>
<p>Council Bluffs offers a strategic location along the Missouri River with easy access to the Omaha metropolitan area, providing urban amenities while maintaining a smaller city feel. The area features historic attractions, recreational opportunities, and a growing economy, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and quality of life.</p>

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs Iowa IA Adex Job ID #1048366. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.


      <h2>Job Description</h2>
      <p>American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Orthopedics night shift position in an acute care setting, requiring at least 1 year of recent RN experience and IA or compact licensure.</p>
      
            <h2>Responsibilities</h2>
            <ul><li>Position is based in an acute care Med Surg/Ortho unit with trauma level 3 designation</li><li>Unit features 28 beds plus 22 overflow beds with a typical RN-to-patient ratio of 1:5</li><li>Common patient population includes total joints, ortho surgeries, COPD, diabetes, wounds, IV infusions, oncology, fractures, sepsis, pneumonia, CHF, and mental health/addiction cases</li><li>Uses Epic EMR</li><li>Shift is 12-hour nights with self-scheduling</li><li>Weekend rotation required every third weekend, with Friday and Saturday counted as weekend for night shifts</li><li>RNs may float to PCU and behavioral health units as needed</li><li>Charge nurse on each shift; patient care techs available at a ratio of 1:10</li><li>One 12-hour unit orientation shift follows initial classroom orientation</li><li>Navy blue scrubs required</li><li>Must not have been employed full-time, part-time, or PRN by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility in the past year</li><li>Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility</li><li>All RTO (Requested Time Off) must be declared up front; additional RTO will not be approved</li><li>Artificial fingernails are prohibited in patient care areas</li><li>Unit practices hourly rounding and bedside shift reports</li><li>Travelers should be flexible, self-directed, and comfortable caring for a diverse patient population, including those with homelessness and mental health or addiction issues</li><li>Orientation consists of classroom education and one unit-based shift</li><li>No titration of drips required; common IV medications include heparin, antibiotics, antithrombotics, and narcotics</li></ul>
          
      <h2>Requirements</h2>
      <ul><li>Active IA or compact RN license required and must be in hand at the time of consideration</li><li>Current BLS certification required</li><li>Minimum 1 year recent RN experience in a Med/Surg or Ortho setting</li><li>Must pass an open book skills exam with a score of 90% or higher during orientation</li><li>Experience with Epic preferred</li><li>Required to provide driver's license for address verification</li><li>Two professional references required: one supervisor from the last 12 months and another peer or supervisor from the past 3 years</li></ul>
      <h2>Benefits</h2>
      <ul><li>High Pay and Bonuses</li><li>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options</li><li>401(k) Plan</li><li>Weekly Payroll Deposit</li><li>Free Online CEUs</li><li>Generous Housing Allowance</li><li>Travel and Licensure Reimbursements</li><li>Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy</li><li>Traveler Rewards and Discounts</li></ul>
    

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs Iowa IA American Traveler Job ID #P-666589. 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 - Med/Surg - Orthopedics

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs Iowa IA TRS Healthcare Job ID #1432467. 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: Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs Iowa IA TRS Healthcare Job ID #1428034. 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: Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs Iowa IA TRS Healthcare Job ID #1434739. 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: Medical Surgical - Orthopedics Registered Nurse

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