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

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift ICU assignment requiring 2+ years of acute ICU experience and active NE or compact RN licensure.

Responsibilities

• Work in the ICU (Intensive Care Unit) in an acute care hospital setting
• Unit has 33 beds with an average daily census of 16
• Nurse to patient ratios are 1:2-3 for adult patients
• Common patient populations include trauma, cardiac, overdose, sepsis, vascular, renal, heart failure, respiratory distress, post-stent, pacemaker placement, and stroke
• Required to titrate cardiac drips, insulin, sedation, and handle vent setups from nasal cannula to full ventilation
• Shifts are 12-hour nights (1830-0630)
• Travelers may float to PCU and occasionally to MedSurg, maintaining typical ratios of 1:4 or 1:5
• Uses Epic EMR and GE monitors; RNs must read, interpret, and document telemetry strips
• Support from nurse aides and healthcare support techs during high census periods
• Every other weekend and at least two holidays during the contract are required
• Must complete one shift of unit-specific orientation and a pass/fail open-book skills exam during orientation (must achieve 90% or higher)
• Artificial nails are prohibited in direct patient care areas
• Requests for more than seven RTO days per 13-week contract will not be approved
• Block scheduling is not allowed except for weekends only; scheduling duos and shared car arrangements are not permitted
• Must have flexibility to float within the hospital as assigned

Requirements

• Active NE or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum of 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Must provide a copy of valid driver's license to verify residence beyond 50 miles from the facility
• Must not have been employed full time, part time, or PRN in any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility in the past year
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor from the last 3 years

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