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ICU Registered Nurse
Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Lakeside

$2,062-2,434/week
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ICU RN Job Opportunity - Omaha, Nebraska

Position Details

  • Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU
  • Location: Omaha, Nebraska
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks
  • Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 7am-7pm, 6-week scheduling cycle
  • Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
  • Holiday Requirement: Rotates with permanent staff
  • Floating: May float to PCU or MedSurg units

Unit Information

  • Department: ICU
  • Beds: 16
  • Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: Typically 1:2, occasionally 1:3
  • Patient Types: Variety of ICU acuity patients including vented patients, BIS scoring, TTM, and rarely IABP
  • Charge Nurse: Present on each shift and takes an assignment
  • Support Staff: No nurse aides or patient care techs on the unit
  • Physician Support: eICU support available for 14 rooms

Clinical Responsibilities

  • RNs are required to titrate drips
  • Common drips include vasopressors/inotropes, sedatives, heparin, octreotide, and insulin

Orientation & Training

  • Classroom orientation followed by 2 shifts (12 hours each) on the unit
  • Pass/fail exam during orientation (open book, 90% required to pass)

Certifications Required

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)

Additional Requirements & Policies

  • Must have a valid driver's license at time of submission (used to verify candidate is within 50 miles)
  • Radius Rule: Candidates must live within 50 miles and may not be currently employed full-time, part-time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit (including CHI and Dignity)
  • Fingernail Policy: Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply will result in contract termination
  • Scrub Color/Dress Code: Navy Blue
  • Return to Office (RTO) required within 7 days of contract start; no additional RTO extensions allowed

Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 13 weeks contract length
  • Specialty experience: Not explicitly stated, but ICU RN experience implied
  • Prior travel experience: Not specified or required

Notes

  • Looking for positive nurses who are team players and willing to overcome challenges collaboratively

Facility

CHI Health Lakeside

CHI Health Lakeside
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 108 beds
ADDRESS16901 Lakeside Hills CourtOmaha, NE 68130
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About Omaha, NE

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Omaha, NE here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • 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.
Weather
  • 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.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Omaha, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
Transportation
  • Omaha is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options include buses and a limited light rail system.
Demographics
  • 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.
Things to Do
  • 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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