Thrive Staffing 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, days Employment Type: Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary We are seeking a qualified ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced environment, working with a diverse patient population and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Unit Information Unit Type: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Number of Beds: 33 beds Average Daily Census: 16 patients Responsibilities Monitor and assess patient conditions, performing initial assessments and ongoing evaluations. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed. Titrate intravenous drips for medications, including cardiac and insulin drips. Utilize critical care equipment including ventilators, CPAP, BiPap, and high flow oxygen systems. Document patient care activities, observations, and outcomes in a timely manner. Collaborate with healthcare team members, including nurse aides and respiratory therapists, to ensure optimal patient care. Respond effectively to emergency situations and initiate appropriate interventions. Work Environment Shifts are scheduled as 12-hour days. RNs will participate in self-scheduling, although block scheduling may be limited. RNs may float to the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or MedSurg unit as necessary, maintaining appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios.

Requirements Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a critical care setting.

Certifications: Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certification required.

Skills: Proficient in reading and interpreting telemetry strips; capable of troubleshooting respiratory equipment. Patient Demographics The ICU provides care for a variety of patient diagnoses, including: Trauma and cardiac cases Overdose and substance abuse Sepsis and other renal issues Post-stent and pacemaker placements Stroke and vascular cases Heart and respiratory failure Scheduling & Orientation Minimum commitment to work every other weekend.

Holidays: A minimum of 2 holidays required within the contract period. Department-specific orientation consists of 1 shift. Request for Time Off (RTO) should be submitted upfront (7 days or less per 13-week contract). Additional Notes All nursing staff must adhere to the fingernail policy prohibiting artificial nails while providing patient care. Failure to comply may result in contract termination. Thrive Staffing Job ID 19240355. 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: RN:ICU,07:00:00-19:00:00 About Thrive Staffing At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.