ICU Registered Nurse
Kearney, NE
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - ICU

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour night shifts from 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM
• Every other weekend schedule required
• Up to 2 extra mandatory overtime shifts per 6-week period
• Must be willing to float to PCU and Med Surg as needed (travelers are first to float)
• Typically scheduled for 2 weekends (Saturday and Sunday) per month, potentially more based on unit needs
• Required to work 1 major and 1 minor holiday
• Minimum 2 years ICU experience required, including cardiac experience
• Must have experience with IABP, Impella, CRRT, and Day 2/Day 3 post-op CABGs
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS
• PALS required for all staff; pediatric experience highly preferred
• Nebraska or compact nursing license required (active and in good standing)
• EPIC experience required
• BSN not required
• Scrub colors: Navy blue, black, or charcoal grey
• Patient ratios: 1:1 or 1:2 (lower acuity patients)
• 10-bed unit with average daily census of 5+ patients
• Common diagnoses include open hearts, CHF, COPD, overdoses, sepsis, CVAs with TPA, DKA, and some neuro cases
• Care for adults and patients under 8 years of age
• Must be punctual and clock out for lunch; termination likely after 3 call-outs
• Schedules based on unit needs with no self-scheduling or blocked scheduling available

Facility:

This regional medical center operates a 10-bed intensive care unit that provides comprehensive critical care services including cardiac procedures, stroke care through a TeleStroke program, and various acute medical conditions. The facility maintains Level 3 trauma designation and utilizes EPIC charting system. The ICU team is known for excellent teamwork and collaboration, creating a supportive work environment for nursing staff.

Location:

Kearney, NE

Kearney offers a welcoming community atmosphere in central Nebraska with affordable living costs and outdoor recreation opportunities along the Platte River. The city provides a perfect balance of small-town charm with modern amenities, making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking a supportive community environment.