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: 11/16/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 16, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring a compact or NE RN license and critical care experience. Details Acute care ICU unit with 33 beds and an average daily census of 16 Trauma Level 2 facility Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2-3 for adults Treats a range of diagnoses including trauma, cardiac, overdose/substance abuse, sepsis, post-stent and pacemaker placement, stroke, vascular cases, renal failure, heart failure, and respiratory distress RNs are required to titrate drips including cardiac, insulin, and sedation medications Respiratory equipment ranges from nasal cannula to ventilators, with RNs troubleshooting as needed Telemetry monitoring required, including reading, interpreting, and documenting strips (GE monitors), with tele tech oversight Nurse aides and a Healthcare Support tech are available based on census 12-hour night shifts from 1830-0630 Self-scheduling available for core staff; block scheduling cannot be guaranteed for travelers Weekend requirement of every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) Floating required, typically to PCU and occasionally MedSurg, at a 1:4 or 1:5 ratio Uses EPIC EMR Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment Requirements Active RN license (Nebraska or Compact/NLC) required, pending licenses not accepted Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience required Experience with telemetry monitoring and drip titration required EPIC EMR experience preferred Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility Copy of driver's license required for consideration, used to verify permanent address State license verification and Nursys verification required Additional Information Responsible for direct patient care in a high-acuity ICU setting, including drip titration and respiratory equipment troubleshooting 1 shift of unit-specific orientation provided Minimum coverage of 2 holidays falling within the contract timeframe required RTO must be requested upfront and is limited to 7 or fewer days per 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; refusal to remove will result in contract termination Must pass an open-book skills exam with a minimum score of 90% during orientation or risk contract termination Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified via driver's license Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the past year If placed on call, must be able to arrive within 30 minutes of being called back in American Traveler Job ID P-772054. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.