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Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Kearney, Nebraska
CHI Health Good Samaritan

$1,754-2,222/week

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Certification details

BLS
ACLS (required for ICU)
NIHSS (relevant due to stroke care as part of patient population)

Job details

A large system in Nebraska/Iowa are looking for Night ICU RN's. 13 Weeks, Every other Weekend/Holiday. Open Heart Trained.

Job requirements

Department: ICU RN
Nurse:Patient Ratios: 1:2-3 for adults, 1:2-4 for Peds
Common diagnoses/Types of patients: Adults and Pediatrics, sepsis, post-stent, pacemaker placement, stroke, vascular cases, renal failure, heart failure, respiratory distress
Are RNs required to titrate drips?: Yes
Common titratable &/or set rate drips: Any cardiac drip, insulin, sedation
Are there nurse aids/patient care techs on this unit? Ratios? Duties?: Health Support Tech M-F 0800-1630
RT Equipment (Vents, Cpap, BiPap, High Flow, etc.) Are RNs required to do anything with these besides trouble shoot?: Nasal cannula to vent
Are there Tele/Monitor Techs on this unit? Are RNs required to read their own strips? What brand are the tele monitors?: RNs required to read and interpret
How many shifts of unit/department specific orientation?: 3 shifts

Schedule information

Shifts & Scheduling (Do you allow self-scheduling? Block scheduling?): 0630-1830, 1830-0630 // Self scheduling for core staff, travelers added in. Unable to guarantee block scheduling
Weekend Requirements: Every other
Holiday Requirements: Rotating based on weekend group
Floating Requirements: Typically to PCU, possibly to MedSurg

Unit specific information

# of Beds: 33 beds, average daily census is 16
Are RNs required to read their own strips? What brand are the tele monitors?: RNs required to read and interpret

Additional Details

Radius Rule: 50 miles AND candidates may not be full time, part time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and/or Dignity.
RTO needed upfront (7 or less days per 13 week contract). Additional RTO will not be approved, including after submissions.

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Short Term Acute Care
268 beds
Epic Systems Corporation

ADDRESS10 E 31st StKearney, NE 68847

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About Kearney, NE

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Kearney, NE here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Kearney's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 87°F, and in winter, average lows are around 13°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals can be found in Kearney, but availability may vary.
It's advisable to start the search early.

Transportation

Kearney is car-friendly with easy navigation and ample parking.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

Kearney has a diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to seasonal allergies.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Kearney offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
It also has art galleries, museums, and music events.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games, and outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing are popular.

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