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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level 1 Trauma ICU position requiring NE or compact licensure and prior critical care experience.

Details

• Level 1 Trauma ICU within an acute care hospital setting, the only Level 1 trauma center in the system
• 18-bed unit treating adults and pediatric patients over 15 years old
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1-2 in ICU and 1:4 in PCU
• Treats trauma injuries, sepsis, stroke, ARDS, MODS, COPD, and cardiac arrest patients, including frequent transfers and ED admits
• RNs titrate drips including vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, and antiarrhythmics
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Equipment includes CVPs, IABP, Impella, A-lines, Swans, EV-1000, ICP monitoring, Zoll-Thermoguard, and Bell Mont rapid transfuser
• Draeger heart monitors with centralized telemetry; RNs must read and interpret their own strips
• Charge nurse present on each shift and takes an assignment
• Nursing aides/patient care techs present at a 1:18 ratio
• 12-hour night shifts, 0630-1830 and 1830-0630
• Self-scheduling 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/NICU

Requirements

• Active RN license (NE State or Compact/NLC) required at time of submission; pending licenses not accepted
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required and must be active; pending certifications not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Prior Level 1 trauma or critical care ICU experience strongly preferred
• Driver's license copy required for consideration and used to verify residence within radius requirements
• Two professional references required: one supervisor reference from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor reference from within the last 3 years worked, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

Additional Information

• Fast-paced unit caring for critically ill trauma and medical-surgical patients
• Successful nurses demonstrate strong critical thinking skills, a positive attitude, and teamwork
• 2 shifts of unit-specific orientation provided
• Pass/fail skills exam administered during orientation; open book with provided resources, requiring a 90% passing score
• Navy blue scrub color required
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments; refusal to comply results in contract termination
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified via driver's license
• Candidates may not currently or recently have worked full time, part time, or PRN at any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity
• First-time travelers will not be accepted for this position
• Manager interview required prior to placement
• Up to 7 days of RTO must be requested upfront for the 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved after submission