Trauma ICU RN
Omaha, NE
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Trauma ICU position at a Level 1 trauma center, requiring a Nebraska or compact RN license and 2+ years of ICU experience.

Details

• Work in an 18-bed Trauma ICU within an acute care hospital setting
• Level 1 trauma center serving adults and pediatric patients over 15 years old
• Patient population includes trauma injuries, sepsis, stroke, ARDS, MODS, COPD, and cardiac arrest cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1-2 in ICU and 1:4 in PCU
• Utilizes CVPs, IABP, Impella, A-lines, Swans, EV-1000, and ICP monitoring with real-time training available for those without prior experience
• Uses Zoll-Thermoguard for hypothermia protocol and Belmont rapid transfuser
• RNs required to titrate drips including vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, and antiarrhythmics
• Charge nurse present on each shift and takes an assignment
• Patient care techs available at a 1:18 ratio
• RT equipment includes nasal cannula through ventilators, with RNs responsible for troubleshooting
• Draeger heart monitors used with centralized telemetry monitoring; RNs must read and interpret their own strips
• EPIC EMR used for charting
• 12-hour day shifts scheduled 0630-1830
• Self-scheduling available, managed by the unit manager based on needs
• 4 weekend shifts required per 6-week schedule period
• Floating required to all inpatient units, excluding Maternity and NICU
• 2 shifts of unit-specific orientation provided

Requirements

• Active Nebraska or Compact (NLC) RN license required, must be active at time of consideration
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• BSN not required for this position
• Level 1 trauma center or comparable critical care experience preferred
• Must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips independently
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to critically ill trauma and medical ICU patients
• Successful candidates demonstrate strong critical thinking, a positive attitude, and effective teamwork
• Navy blue scrubs required per unit dress code
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments
• RNs complete a pass/fail open-book exam during orientation on skills learned, requiring a 90% passing score
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified by driver's license
• Candidates may not be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN with any CommonSpirit-associated facility, including CHI or Dignity
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront for the 13-week contract, with no additional RTO approved after submission
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Unit interviews are conducted directly with the hiring manager