Job Description

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler seeks an experienced RN for a Medical-Surgical ICU assignment requiring an active NE or compact RN license and ICU experience.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Position is in the Med Surg ICU of an acute care, Level 1 trauma hospital
• 34-bed ICU unit with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1-2
• Adult and adolescent patients over 15 years old with medical, surgical, neuro, cardiac, respiratory, and complex critical care cases
• Common diagnoses include respiratory failure, ARDS, sepsis, stroke, MODS, renal failure, cardiac shock, general surgery, and oncology
• Required to titrate critical drips including vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, and antiarrhythmics
• Drager heart monitoring and centralized telemetry, with nurses required to interpret their own strips
• Care of patients on ventilators, CPAP/BiPap, high flow oxygen, and advanced monitoring devices
• Shifts are 12-hour days with every other weekend required and possible holiday coverage on 2 of 3 major holidays
• Must float to all inpatient units except Maternity/NICU as needed
• Uses Epic for EMR documentation; prior Epic experience preferred
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Expect a fast-paced environment as a primary tertiary referral hospital for the region
• Team-based care with charge nurses present on each shift and available to attend rapid response and code situations
• 2 shifts of unit-specific orientation provided
• Nurse aids/patient care tech support available on the unit
• Artificial nails are strictly prohibited in patient care areas
• Requested time off must be submitted up front (maximum 7 days per 13-week contract); additional requests will not be approved
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Must reside 50 miles or more from the facility as determined by driver’s license
• Collaboration with attendings, fellows, residents, and student providers is part of the team environment

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active NE or compact RN license required at time of application; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience required
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) required
• Must provide a copy of a valid driver’s license to validate 50-mile radius compliance
• Must not be employed full-time, part-time, or PRN at any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facilities within the past year
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry monitoring strips
• Must submit two references: one from a supervisor within the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor reference from the past 3 years including employment dates and rehire eligibility
• Must pass a skills exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90%

\n Benefits\n

• 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

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American Traveler Job ID #P-651413. 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 - Medical 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.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Full time, Contract work, Relief, Shift work, Weekend work,

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