Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel Position  
Location: Kearney, NE 
Job Type: Travel Contract   
Duration: 13 weeks  
Shift: 3x12 Days 
Pay: $2300.40/week 
Completion Bonus: Up to $7,500 total. (You will receive $2,500 after the successful completion of each of your first 3 contracts with us)

Job Description:  

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) for a 33-bed unit within a Level II Trauma Center. The ideal candidate must be adept at managing complex, high-acuity patients, proficient in reading/interpreting cardiac monitor strips, and experienced with titrating critical care drips. Flexibility with scheduling and floating is required.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Manages care for adults with diverse and complex diagnoses, including Trauma, Cardiac, Overdose/Substance Abuse, Sepsis, Stroke, and Respiratory Distress/Failure.
• Maintains a primary Nurse:Patient ratio of 1:2–3.
• Titrates critical care drips, including any cardiac drip, insulin, and sedation, per physician orders and parameters.
• Reads, interprets, and documents Telemetry strips (GE monitors), supported by Tele Tech oversight.
• Manages respiratory support equipment, ranging from Nasal Cannula to Vents, and performs necessary trouble-shooting.
• Floats as required, typically to PCU (ratio 1:4) or occasionally to Med/Surg (ratio 1:5).
• Adheres to the facility's strict no artificial nails policy.

Qualifications:  

• Active RN license in the state of Nebraska.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications are REQUIRED.
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience is expected for this high-acuity setting.
• Driver's license required at submittal (used to verify residence is outside the 50-mile radius).
• COVID vaccine and recent TB test are required.

Benefits:  

• Weekly pay with competitive rates  
• Health, dental, and vision insurance  
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match  
• Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network  
• Flexible schedules and personalized career support 

About ATC Healthcare  

ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses with rewarding career opportunities.  

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.  

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law.