? High Salary: Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,380 per week

Company: American Traveler
Location: Kearney
Posted on: November 4, 2025

Job Description:

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Kearney, Nebraska. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 12/08/2025 - Duration: 16 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for night shifts in a Level II trauma center, requiring a NE or compact RN license and current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications. Responsibilities - Work in an acute care ICU with 33 beds and an average daily census of 16 - Patient population includes trauma, cardiac, overdose, sepsis, post-stent, post-pacemaker, stroke, vascular, renal failure, heart failure, and respiratory distress in adult patients - Nurse to patient ratios are 1:2-3 for adults - RNs titrate cardiac, insulin, and sedation drips and manage patients on nasal cannula to vent - Required to read, interpret, and document telemetry strips on GE monitors with tele tech oversight - Typical shift is 12-hour nights; every other weekend and at least two holidays are required within the contract - Floating may occur to PCU or MedSurg, maintaining similar patient ratios - Uses Epic EMR, experience preferred - Orientation includes one 12-hour shift - RNs are responsible for titrating drips and responding to high-acuity patients across a range of diagnoses - Nurse aides and healthcare support techs provide supplemental support based on census and need - RNs must pass an open-book skills exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90% - Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas - RTO (up to 7 days per 13 weeks) must be requested upfront; blocked scheduling not permitted except possibly for weekends - Holiday coverage is required for at least two contract holidays - Unit follows a 50-mile radius rule for eligibility and payment; local candidates must meet this requirement - Previous travelers are accepted if they meet the experience and employment gap criteria Requirements - Active NE or compact (NLC) RN license required at time of consideration - Minimum of 2 years recent ICU RN experience required - Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications are mandatory - Must be able to titrate critical care drips and manage ventilated patients - Experience reading and documenting on telemetry, using GE monitors - Two references required: one supervisor from the past 12 months, one peer or supervisor from the last 3 years - Must provide a valid driver's license for radius verification - Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility - Candidates must not have been employed full-time, part-time, or PRN by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility in the past year Benefits - High Pay and Bonuses - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options - 401(k) Plan - Weekly Payroll Deposit - Free Online CEUs - Generous Housing Allowance - Travel and Licensure Reimbursements - Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy - Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-628628. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - ICU About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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