ICU Registered Nurse
Omaha, NE
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,245/weekOverview
- Start Date06/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
ICU Registered Nurse (RN) - Nebraska, Omaha
Job Details
- Position: ICU Registered Nurse (RN)
- Location: Omaha, Nebraska
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts (18:30–07:00)
- Hours: 36 hours guaranteed per week
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Schedule: Every other weekend required; holiday shifts vary based on unit needs
- Floating: May float to Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and Medical floors
- Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs
Unit & Patient Care
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratio:
- ICU: 1:2
- Medical patients (if downgraded): 1:5
- PCU: 1:4
- Common Patient Diagnoses: COPD, pneumonia, CVA, TIA, DKA, sepsis, CHF, STEMI, neurological cases
- Nursing Responsibilities:
- Titrate drips including vasopressors, insulin, TNK, heparin, IV antibiotics, sedatives
- Read and interpret telemetry/monitor strips
- Troubleshoot respiratory equipment such as ventilators and BiPAPs
- Support Staff:
- Nurse aides/patient care technicians present (1 tech up to 20 patients, 2 techs up to 24 patients)
- Charge nurse on each shift who also takes patient assignments
- Medical Coverage: 24/7 in-house critical care coverage by hospitalists and intensivists; E-ICU staffed 24/7 by nurse and APRN
Orientation & Training
- System orientation and onboarding during the first week
- 1-2 twelve-hour shifts of unit-specific orientation
- RN skills exam during orientation (open book, must score 90% to pass)
Required Certifications & Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of ICU unit experience
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
- Valid driver’s license required at submission
- Must comply with fingernail policy: artificial nails prohibited in patient care areas (non-compliance may lead to contract termination)
- Must not be currently employed full-time, part-time, or PRN with any facility associated with a specific large healthcare system within a 50-mile radius
- Must pass a radius rule: candidate must live within 50 miles of the facility
Additional Information
- Schedule is managed by unit scheduler (no self-scheduling)
- Return to Office (RTO) required within 7 days of contract start; no additional RTO approvals
- Prior travel experience is not specified as required for this position
This summary includes all relevant details for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this ICU RN opportunity.
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Bethany has been working with me on a couple contracts as a travel PT. She has been extremely responsive and supportive. She was able to help me navigate a contract with a difficult facility and expeditiously find a new contract for me in the same area.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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About Omaha, NE
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Omaha, NE here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Omaha is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Omaha experiences hot summers with average highs around 86°F and average lows around 65°F.
- Winters are cold with average highs around 33°F and average lows around 14°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Omaha, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Omaha is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a limited light rail system.
- Omaha has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.
- Omaha offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines.
- The city has a thriving art and music community, with numerous galleries, live music venues, and performance spaces.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby state parks and recreational facilities.
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