Travel Contract

ICU RN
Kearney, Nebraska
CHI Health Good Samaritan

$2,099-2,280/week
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ICU RN

Location

Kearney, Nebraska

Contract Length

13 weeks

Schedule

  • 12-hour day shifts
  • 36 hours per week
  • Every other weekend
  • Self-scheduling for core staff; travelers are added in
  • Block scheduling is not guaranteed

Unit Details

  • ICU has 33 beds with an average daily census of 16
  • Typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2-3 for adults
  • Common patient types include trauma, cardiac, overdose/substance use, sepsis, post-stent, pacemaker placement, stroke, vascular cases, renal failure, heart failure, and respiratory distress

Required Qualifications

  • RN license
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • NIHSS
  • Must be able to titrate drips
  • Must be able to read, interpret, and document telemetry strips
  • Must be able to float to PCU and occasionally MedSurg
  • Driver’s license required at submittal
  • Must live outside the 50-mile radius
  • Cannot be full time, part time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and/or Dignity

Preferred

  • None stated

Additional Details

  • Weekend shifts are Saturday and Sunday
  • If called back in while on call, arrival is required within 30 minutes
  • Artificial nails are prohibited in patient care areas
  • Orientation includes 1 unit-specific shift
  • RTO must be submitted upfront; up to 7 days total for a 13-week contract
  • Additional RTO will not be approved
  • Minimum of 2 holidays within the contract timeframe are required

Facility

CHI Health Good Samaritan

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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 265 beds
ADDRESS10 East 31st StreetKearney, NE 68847
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About Kearney, NE

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Kearney, NE here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Kearney's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 87°F, and in winter, average lows are around 13°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals can be found in Kearney, but availability may vary.
  • It's advisable to start the search early.
Transportation
  • Kearney is car-friendly with easy navigation and ample parking.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Kearney has a diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to seasonal allergies.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Kearney offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
  • It also has art galleries, museums, and music events.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games, and outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing are popular.
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