Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg ICU

Location: Omaha, NE
Contract Type: Travel
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3×12 Days (6:30 AM – 6:30 PM)
Pay: $2,320.20/week
Completion Bonus: $2,500 per contract (up to $7,500 after three contracts)

Job Description

ATC Healthcare is seeking a highly skilled Med Surg ICU Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel assignment in Omaha, Nebraska. This is a high-acuity, fast-paced ICU environment within a large tertiary hospital system, supporting critically ill adult and adolescent patients (ages 15+).

This unit manages complex medical, surgical, neurological, and trauma-related cases, including neuro-interventional patients, respiratory failure, sepsis, cardiogenic shock, renal failure, and post-operative surgical populations. Nurses in this unit are trained on advanced technologies and devices in real time and are expected to function confidently in critical care settings with titratable drips and advanced monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ICU-level nursing care to critically ill patients.
• Manage and titrate critical care drips, including:
  • Vasopressors
  • Sedation
  • Paralytics
  • Narcotics
  • Antiarrhythmics
• Monitor and manage advanced equipment, including:
  • CVPs, A-lines, Swans
  • EV-1000
  • ICP monitoring
  • Zoll Thermoguard (hypothermia protocol)
  • Belmont rapid transfuser
• Care for patients on respiratory support:
  • Nasal cannula to mechanical ventilation
  • CPAP/BiPAP
  • High-flow oxygen
• Interpret cardiac rhythms and telemetry:
  • Draeger heart monitoring system
  • Centralized telemetry monitoring (no monitor techs)
• Participate in rapid response teams and code situations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including attendings, fellows, residents, and students.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Float to all inpatient units as needed (excluding Maternity/NICU).

Qualifications

• Active Nebraska RN license (required at submission).
• Required Certifications:
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • NIHSS
• ICU experience required.
• Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment skills.
• Ability to manage titratable drips and advanced ICU equipment.
• Positive, adaptable, team-oriented personality fit.
• Must meet physical and clinical demands of the role.

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 dedicated recruiter 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, therapists, and clinicians 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 required of the employee. 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 regard 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.

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