ICU Registered Nurse
Omaha, NE
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with an active NE or compact license, 2 years of ICU experience, and required certifications for 13-week night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 16-bed adult ICU within an acute hospital setting
• Patient population includes a variety of ICU acuity patients, including ventilated patients, patients requiring BIS scoring, targeted temperature management (TTM), and occasionally intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP)
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are typically 1:2, occasionally 1:3
• RNs are required to titrate drips such as vasopressors, inotropes, sedatives, heparin, octreotide, and insulin
• No nurse aides or patient care techs on the unit
• eICU support is available in 14 out of 16 rooms
• 12-hour night shifts from 7 pm to 7 am; every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage rotates with permanent staff
• Floating may be required to PCU or MedSurg
• EMR used is Epic; Epic experience preferred but not required
• Dress code is navy blue scrubs
• Responsibilities include care of high-acuity ICU patients and titration of complex drips
• Assigned classroom orientation plus two 12-hour shifts on the unit for department-specific onboarding
• Charge nurse present on every shift
• Must be willing to work collaboratively as part of a team
• eICU support extends 24/7 coverage in the majority of ICU rooms
• Requests for time off must be submitted up front, with a maximum of 7 days off per 13-week contract; additional RTO not approved after acceptance
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• Returning candidates may not have been employed by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facilities within the last year
• Holiday assignments will rotate with regular staff

Requirements

• Active NE or compact RN license in hand at time of application (pending licenses not accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU RN experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Driver's license required to confirm residence outside 50-mile radius
• Candidates may not currently work full time, part time, or PRN at any CommonSpirit, including CHI or Dignity facilities
• Must pass an open-book, skills-based exam during orientation with at least a 90% score
• References must include one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, with employment dates and rehire eligibility
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments

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