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

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a Level 2 trauma acute care assignment, requiring a NE or compact RN license and strong critical care credentials.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 33-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU) within an acute care hospital setting
• Adult patient population including trauma, cardiac, stroke, post-stent, overdose, sepsis, vascular, renal, heart failure, and respiratory distress cases
• Nurse to patient ratios are typically 1:2-3 in the ICU
• Required to titrate various drips, including cardiac, insulin, and sedation
• Use of advanced respiratory equipment including vents, CPAP, BiPap, and high-flow nasal cannula
• RNs must interpret and document telemetry strips using GE monitors with tele tech oversight
• Epic EMR is used; prior experience is preferred
• Shift is 12-hour days (0630-1830 or 1830-0630)
• Floating to PCU or MedSurg may occur, with typical ratios of 1:4 or 1:5 in those units
• Orientation includes one department-specific shift and a skills open-book exam (90% required to pass)
• Traveler scheduling does not allow guaranteed block scheduling, except possibly for weekends
• Must cover at least two holidays that fall within the contract period
• Weekend shifts required every other weekend
• Artificial nails are prohibited for all patient care staff
• Team includes nurse aides based on census and Healthcare Support Techs on weekdays
• First time travelers are accepted
• All requested RTO must be submitted upfront, no additional RTO will be approved
• Pass/fail orientation exam is open book and covers skills learned; 90% score required to continue assignment

Requirements

• Active NE or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum of 2 years recent ICU nursing experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Driver's license required to confirm residence outside a 50-mile radius
• May not be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and/or Dignity in past year
• References from one supervisor within last 12 months and one peer or supervisor within last 3 years required

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