Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Kearney, NE
GHG Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2382.64

Opportunity:

ICU RN

Job Details:

• 12-hour night shifts from 6:30 PM to 6:30 AM or 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
• Every other weekend requirement (Saturday and Sunday)
• Minimum of 2 holidays required within contract time frame
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2-3 for adult patients
• 33-bed ICU unit with an average daily census of 16 patients
• Common diagnoses include trauma, cardiac, overdose/substance abuse, sepsis, post-stent, pacemaker placement, stroke, vascular cases, renal failure, heart failure, and respiratory distress
• Required to titrate drips including cardiac drips, insulin, and sedation
• Required to read, interpret, and document telemetry strips using GE monitoring system with tele tech oversight
• Manage patients on equipment ranging from nasal cannula to ventilator
• May float to PCU or occasionally MedSurg with a ratio of 1:4 or 1:5
• Nurse aides available based on census for 1:1 sits or floor assistance
• Healthcare Support Tech available 3 days per week Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Self-scheduling for travelers added into core staff schedule; block scheduling not guaranteed
• If placed on call and called back in, must arrive within 30 minutes
• Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment or 3 shifts for assignments less than 13 weeks
• 1 shift of unit-specific orientation provided; pass/fail open book exam with a minimum score of 90% required to pass
• RTO of 7 or fewer days per 13-week contract must be submitted upfront; additional RTO will not be approved
• Charting system: EPIC
• BSN not required
• Valid driver's license required at submittal
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Trauma Level 2 facility
• Candidate must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility

Facility:

This acute care facility is a Level 2 Trauma Center offering a comprehensive range of critical care services. The ICU operates with 33 beds and provides advanced care for patients with complex conditions including cardiac events, neurological emergencies, respiratory distress, and post-surgical recovery. The facility utilizes EPIC for charting and maintains a well-supported care environment with telemetry monitoring, respiratory therapy equipment, and ancillary support staff to assist the nursing team in delivering high-quality patient care.

Location:

Kennewick, WA

Kennewick is part of the vibrant Tri-Cities area in southeastern Washington, offering a sunny climate, stunning views of the Columbia River, and a thriving local food and wine scene. The region provides an excellent quality of life with outdoor recreation opportunities, a growing arts community, and a welcoming atmosphere for healthcare professionals seeking adventure and connection.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.