Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $64 per hour in Omaha, NE

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care

Location:

Omaha, NE

Agency:

United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

Pay:

$64 per hour

Shift Information:

Days - 5 days

Start Date:

ASAP

About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Omaha, Nebraska, 68147!

Registered Nurse - ICU - UHC Staffing Registered Nurse - ICU

Location:

Omaha, NE

Start Date:

03-30-2026

End Date:

06-29-2026

Contract Type:

Contract

Shift Type:

Rotating 12-hour night shifts, 6:30 PM - 6:30 AM (NOC); schedule varies by unit needs and includes every-other weekend and holiday coverage (manager-created schedule)

Hours per Week:

36

Candidate Pay Rate:

$64 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, youre not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team thats got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities Provide high-quality critical care to adult and adolescent (15+) patients in a fast-paced Med-Surg ICU Assess patients continuously and execute individualized care plans with strong clinical judgment Interpret cardiac telemetry strips and manage advanced monitoring systems (Draeger centralized telemetry) Manage ventilators and troubleshoot respiratory equipment from nasal cannula up to vents Titrate drips and medication infusions (vasopressors, paralytics, sedatives, analgesics and antiarrhythmics) safely and according to protocol Respond to codes and RRTs as an active team member; charge nurse present for oversight and leadership Perform invasive device management and monitoring (CVPs, A-lines, Swan-Ganz, EV-1000, ICP monitoring) with training provided as needed Document care thoroughly in EPIC and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including fellows and residents Participate in unit initiatives to improve patient outcomes and foster a positive team environment

Qualifications Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state licensure required at time of submission) Minimum 2 years of acute care or ICU nursing experience Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (current and valid at submission) Drivers license required at submittal (used to confirm radius eligibility) Ability to pass an orientation skills exam (open-book) with a required score of 90% during orientation Comfortable with 12-hour night shifts and every-other weekend/holiday rotation Willingness to float to other inpatient units (excluding Maternity/NICU) Must not be currently employed full-time, part-time, or PRN with any facility affiliated with CommonSpirit (including CHI and Dignity) within the 50-mile radius

Education Active RN license in the state of practice BSN not required (noted as not required in job posting) - clinical experience and certifications prioritized

Knowledge & Skills Proficient with EPIC charting and electronic documentation workflows Strong cardiac monitoring interpretation and telemetry strip reading skills Competent in ventilator management and ventilator troubleshooting basics Experience titrating vasoactive drips and managing complex medication infusions Familiarity or willingness to be trained on CRRT, Swan-Ganz catheters, ICP monitoring and mechanical circulatory support (Impella/balloon pump) Ability to work in a trauma/tertiary care environment with high acuity and fast volume fluctuations Excellent critical thinking, communication and teamwork skills

Benefits A supportive team that values YOU - collaborative colleagues, attendings and learners to grow with Comprehensive orientation with unit-specific training (2 shifts) to set you up for success Professional development and real-time skills training on advanced equipment like EPIC, Draeger monitoring, CRRT and more Licensure assistance & reimbursement guidance (ask your recruiter for details) Paid time off options and holiday scheduling that balances life and work (holiday coverage shared across the team) Referral bonus program - bring great colleagues and be rewarded 401K retirement savings plan and life insurance options through the hospital (check benefits packet) A culture that prioritizes wellbeing - focused on teamwork, critical thinking and a positive attitude

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About United Health Care Staffing, Inc. "Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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