Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,254 per week

Malone Healthcare - Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Kearney, Nebraska. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/20/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Submission & Eligibility Rules 50-mile radius rule enforced Driver’s license required at submission (used to verify distance) ❌ Candidates cannot currently work (FT/PT/PRN) for: CommonSpirit CHI Dignity Health ❌ No duos requesting same schedule or sharing transportation ❌ Block scheduling not allowed (unless possibly weekends-only) Facility Policies Artificial nails are strictly prohibited Refusal to remove = contract termination Orientation Requirement (Critical) Pass/Fail exam Given during orientation (Wednesday) ✅ Open book ❗ Must score 90% or higher or contract is terminated Unit Overview – ICU Beds: 33 Average Census: 16 Ratios: 1:2–3 (ICU level) ‍⚕️ Patient Population Trauma Cardiac (post-stent, pacemakers) Stroke Sepsis Respiratory distress Renal failure Heart failure Overdose / substance abuse Vascular cases Clinical Expectations ✅ Must titrate drips Cardiac drips Insulin Sedation ✅ Ventilator awareness From nasal cannula → full vent Mainly troubleshooting responsibilities Support Staff Nurse aides (based on census) Sitters for 1:1 patients Healthcare support tech: M–F, 0800–1630 ️ Monitoring Telemetry required RNs must: Read Interpret Document strips Monitor system: GE Tele tech support available Floating Typically to: PCU Occasionally Med-Surg Ratios when floating: 1:4–5 patients Schedule Shifts: Days: 0630–1830 Nights: 1830–0630 Travelers: Added into schedule (no self-scheduling guarantee) Weekend / Holiday Weekends: Every other (Sat & Sun) Holidays: Minimum 2 required per contract ⏱️ Call Policy If on call and called in: Must arrive within 30 minutes Orientation Only 1 unit-specific shift (very short → must be confident/independent quickly) Time Off Policy Max 7 days RTO per 13-week contract Must be submitted upfront ❌ No additional RTO approved after submission ⚡ Quick Takeaways Fast-paced ICU with high-acuity, mixed patient population Strong emphasis on: Drip titration Telemetry interpretation Strict compliance culture (exam, nails, scheduling rules) Minimal orientation → best for experienced ICU travelers Not traveler-flexible (limited scheduling accommodations) About Malone Healthcare - Nursing With a commitment to providing a higher standard of service and experience in patient care, Malone Healthcare places expert nurses and allied health professionals in rewarding careers throughout the United States. As a leading healthcare staffing agency, Malone’s focus on compliance and integrity translates to a seamless experience for our team members and partner facilities. When you work with Malone Healthcare, you can rely on over 50 years of proven experience placing exceptional professionals in quality healthcare settings. Benefits Weekly pay Holiday Pay Guaranteed Hours Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Pet insurance Referral bonus Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits License and certification reimbursement Life insurance