Trauma ICU RN
Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy

Registered Nurse (RN) – Trauma ICU (TICU)

Location: Omaha, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days (06:30–18:30)
Hours per Week: 36 hours (12-hour shifts)

Unit Overview

• Trauma ICU with 18 beds
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:1–2 in ICU, 1:4 in Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Patient population: Adults and pediatrics over 15 years old with various trauma injuries, sepsis, stroke, ARDS, MODS, COPD, cardiac arrest
• Level 1 trauma center accepting transfers and ED admits
• Common equipment and monitoring: CVPs, IABP, Impella (core staff will take if no experience), Arterial lines, Swan-Ganz catheters, EV-1000, ICP monitoring (training provided)
• Use of Zoll-Thermoguard for hypothermia protocol and Bell Mont rapid transfuse system

Clinical Responsibilities

• Titrate drips including vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, and antiarrhythmics
• Interpret cardiac telemetry strips independently (no telemetry techs on unit) using Draeger heart monitoring system with centralized telemetry
• Assist with respiratory equipment troubleshooting from nasal cannula to ventilators
• Charge nurse present on each shift and takes patient assignment
• Supported by nurse aides/patient care techs at a ratio of 1:18

Orientation & Training

• Unit-specific orientation: 2 shifts
• RN skills exam during orientation (open book, must pass with 90% or higher)

Scheduling & Work Environment

• Self-scheduling managed by unit manager based on needs
• Weekend requirement: 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Floating required to inpatient units except Maternity and NICU
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs
• Fast-paced environment requiring critical thinking, positive attitude, teamwork, and personable demeanor

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license
• ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications required
• Valid driver’s license required at time of application (used to verify candidate is within 50-mile radius)
• Must not be currently employed full-time, part-time, or PRN with any facility associated with the specified health system
• Prior travel experience required; first-time travelers will not be accepted

Additional Notes

• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply will result in contract termination
• Return to office (RTO) required within 7 days of contract start; no additional RTO extensions will be approved

This position is ideal for experienced Trauma ICU RNs comfortable with critical care, telemetry interpretation, and working in a high-acuity trauma center environment.