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

Registered Nurse (ICU)

Location

• Omaha, Nebraska

Contract Details

• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour shifts, day shift (06:30–18:30)
• Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
• Orientation: 2 shifts of unit/department-specific orientation
• Return to Office (RTO) required within 7 days of contract start; no additional RTO approvals

Unit and Patient Population

• Med Surg ICU with 34 beds
• Nurse-to-patient ratios:

  • ICU: 1:1–2
  • PCU: 1:4–5
  • Med Surg: 1:5–6
• Patient types: Adults and pediatrics over 15 years old
• Common diagnoses include:

  • Respiratory failure, ARDS, MODS, sepsis, stroke, cardiogenic shock
  • Neuro surgery (experience not required)
  • Renal failure (CRRT) and general surgery
  • Psych/overdose, GI bleeds, cancer-specific surgeries (e.g., esophagectomy, internal chemo)
• Equipment and procedures:

  • CVPs, arterial lines, Swan-Ganz catheters, ICP monitoring, Zoll Thermoguard hypothermia protocol, Bell Mont rapid transfuser
  • Respiratory equipment from nasal cannula to ventilators; RNs troubleshoot vents
  • No telemetry/monitor techs; RNs must read and interpret Draeger heart monitoring strips

Responsibilities

• Titrate drips including vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, and antiarrhythmics
• Charge nurse present on each shift and participates in RRTs and codes
• Float to all inpatient units except Maternity and NICU
• Collaborate with attendings, fellows, residents, and student providers in a team environment

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years recent ICU experience
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Valid driver’s license required at time of submission (used to verify candidate is within 50-mile radius)
• Pass a 90% or higher on a pass/fail open book skills exam during orientation

Additional Information

• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to comply may result in contract termination
• Scheduling is managed by the unit manager based on unit needs; weekend requirement is every other weekend
• Holiday coverage: 2 out of 3 major holidays or every other holiday as needed
• Nurse aides/patient care techs available at a ratio of 1:18
• Scrub color: Navy blue
• Radius rule: Candidates must live within 50 miles and cannot be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN with certain affiliated facilities

Desired Attributes

• Ability to ask questions and think critically
• Positive attitude and willingness to help others
• Personable and team-oriented approach