Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
Omaha, NE
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) - Trauma ICU

Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Overview

• Department: Trauma ICU
• Number of Beds: 18
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:

  • ICU: 1:1 to 1:2
  • Progressive Care Unit (PCU): 1:4
• Patient Population: Adults and pediatrics over 15 years old
• Common Diagnoses: Various trauma injuries, sepsis, stroke, ARDS, MODS, COPD, cardiac arrest
• Equipment & Procedures:

  • CVPs, IABP, Impella (core staff will take if no experience)
  • Arterial lines, Swan-Ganz catheters, EV-1000, ICP monitoring (training provided)
  • Zoll-Thermoguard for hypothermia protocol, Bell Mont rapid transfuse
• RN Responsibilities:

  • Titrate drips including vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, antiarrhythmics
  • Troubleshoot respiratory equipment from nasal cannula to ventilators
  • Read and interpret cardiac telemetry strips (Draeger heart monitoring system)
• Support Staff:

  • Charge nurse on each shift who also takes patient assignments
  • Nurse aides/patient care techs with a ratio of 1:18

Schedule & Orientation

• Shifts: 12-hour shifts (0630-1830 and 1830-0630)
• Scheduling: Self-scheduling managed by unit manager based on needs
• Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Floating: Required to float to inpatient units excluding Maternity and NICU
• Orientation: 2 shifts of unit/department-specific orientation

Required Certifications & Qualifications

• Current RN license for Nebraska
• ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Must pass a skills exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90% (open book)
• Driver’s license required at submission to verify distance compliance
• No history of license or background issues
• Fingernail policy: Artificial nails prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply may result in contract termination

Additional Information

• This is a fast-paced unit caring for critically ill patients
• Successful nurses demonstrate strong critical thinking, a positive attitude, and teamwork skills
• Candidates must not be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN within 50 miles at any related facilities
• No first-time travelers accepted
• Return to office (RTO) required within 7 days of contract start; no additional RTO extensions allowed

Note: This position requires prior experience in trauma ICU nursing. Prior travel experience is required; first-time travelers will not be considered.