Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,434 per week in Kearney, NE

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Kearney
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Location: Kearney, NE Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,434 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Kearney, Nebraska, 68845! Job Title: ICU Registered Nurse Profession: RN (Registered Nurse) Specialty: Intensive Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-Hour Nights Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum of 2 years' ICU experience, including Cardiac experience License: Active and in good standing license Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS Must-Have: Experience with IABP, Impella, and CRRT Description: The unit features 10 beds with an average daily census of over 5. Patient-to-nurse ratios can be 1:1 or 1:2, depending on acuity levels. Common diagnoses include open heart procedures, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, overdose, sepsis, and cerebrovascular accidents treated with TPA. Patients may include adults and those under the age of 8, while patients over 8 will generally be placed in a different care setting unless they require intensive care. Navy blue, black, or charcoal grey scrubs are the required colors. Teamwork is highly valued on this unit. Flexibility is necessary for floating to other units, such as Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and Medical-Surgical. Weekend shifts typically include two weekends a month, which may vary based on unit needs. Travelers are often the first to float when necessary. Attendance and timely arrival are crucial, with a requirement to clock out for lunch. Three call-outs may lead to termination. Shifts operate from 0600 to 1830 or 1800 to 0630, with the possibility of additional shifts based on unit demand. Holidays include one major and one minor. Cancellations can occur with a two-week notice, allowing for call-offs up to 48 hours before a scheduled shift. The charting system utilized is EPIC. A BSN is not required for this position. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Travel nursing provides a level of professional autonomy. While adhering to facility policies, you have the opportunity to work independently and contribute your expertise to different teams. Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. In some assignments, travel nurses may have opportunities to participate in health education initiatives, promoting preventive care and wellness in the community. Advocating for patients from diverse backgrounds and with different healthcare needs refines your patient advocacy skills, making you a more effective advocate in various healthcare settings. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS PALS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29375764EXPTEMP

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