ICU Registered Nurse
Kearney, Nebraska
CHI Health Good Samaritan

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU

Location: Kearney, Nebraska
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Details

• Department: ICU
• Number of Beds: 33 beds (average daily census: 16)
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:2-3 for adults
• Common Patient Diagnoses: Trauma, cardiac issues, overdose/substance abuse, adult sepsis, post-stent, pacemaker placement, stroke, vascular cases, renal failure, heart failure, respiratory distress
• Nurse Aide Support: Available based on census; may assist with 1:1s or floor support
• Respiratory Therapy Equipment: Nasal cannula to vent; RNs troubleshoot but do not manage advanced vent settings
• Monitors/Telemetry: RNs read, interpret, and document cardiac strips; tele tech oversight present (monitor brand: GE)
• Floating Assignments: Typically to PCU or occasionally MedSurg with typical ratios (1:4 or 1:5)

Shift & Scheduling

• Shift Times: 06:30-18:30 and 18:30-06:30 (12-hour shifts)
• Scheduling: Self-scheduling available for core staff and travelers; block scheduling generally not approved except possibly weekends
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: Minimum of 2 holidays during contract
• Orientation: 1 shift of unit/department-specific orientation
• Return to Orientation (RTO): Required within 7 days or less for 13-week contract; no additional RTO approved
• Call Back Policy: If called back to work, must arrive within 30 minutes

Required Certifications & Qualifications

• Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS required
• Experience: Minimum 3 years ICU RN experience (based on specialty and typical ICU requirements)
• Skills:

  • Ability to titrate drips (cardiac drips, insulin, sedation)
  • Pass a pass/fail exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90% (open book, resources provided)
• Additional Requirements:

  • Driver’s license required at submission to verify candidate is within 50 miles radius
  • Fingernail policy: Artificial nails prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply results in contract termination

Additional Notes

• Candidates may not be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN with any related facilities within the specified health system network
• Block scheduling is generally not approved except possibly for weekends only
• Duo scheduling or shared carpool scheduling is not accepted

This position offers an opportunity to work in a busy adult ICU with a diverse patient population requiring advanced critical care nursing skills.