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: Nights (12-hour shifts)
Hours per Week: 36 hours

Unit & Patient Population

• Trauma ICU with 18 beds
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:1-2 in ICU, 1:4 in Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Patient population includes adults and pediatrics over 15 years old
• Common diagnoses: trauma injuries (level 1 trauma center), sepsis, stroke, ARDS, MODS, COPD, cardiac arrest
• Use of advanced monitoring and devices: 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

Clinical Responsibilities

• RNs are required to titrate drips including vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, and antiarrhythmics
• RNs troubleshoot respiratory equipment from nasal cannula to ventilators
• No telemetry/monitor techs on unit; RNs must read and interpret cardiac strips using Draeger heart monitoring system with centralized telemetry
• Charge nurse present on each shift and takes patient assignment
• Nurse aides/patient care techs available 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 contract terminated)

Scheduling & Work Environment

• Self-scheduling allowed, 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 caring for critically ill patients
• Desired nurse attributes: critical thinking, personable, positive attitude, team player

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Current RN license
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification
• Valid driver’s license required at time of application

Additional Requirements & Notes

• Candidates must live within 50 miles of the facility
• Candidates cannot be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN with any facility associated with certain large healthcare systems (excluded employers)
• First-time travel nurses will not be accepted; prior travel experience is required
• Artificial nails are prohibited; refusal to comply will result in contract termination
• Return to office (RTO) required within 7 days of contract start; no additional RTO extensions allowed

This position requires a highly skilled RN with trauma ICU experience, strong critical thinking, and the ability to work independently in a demanding environment.