
ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Kearney, Nebraska
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Kearney, NE
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,812/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $58.58
- Weekly
- $2,812
- Yearly (full-time)
- $146,224
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $58.58/hour — 44% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Nebraska ($40.74/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 48 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Nebraska right now
- 358 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Nebraska from 5 agencies, 56 of them in Kearney.
- Pay in these listings: $16.67 – $112/hour, median $64.15/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Nebraska: $40.74/hour ($84,739/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($66.01/hour across 182 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
Join an adult intensive care unit as a travel registered nurse supporting patients with trauma, cardiac conditions, overdose, sepsis, stroke, renal failure, heart failure, respiratory distress, and other complex diagnoses. You will manage a 12-hour night shift, interpret and document telemetry strips, titrate cardiac, insulin, and sedation drips, and troubleshoot respiratory equipment ranging from nasal cannula systems to ventilators. The assignment includes occasional floating to progressive care or medical-surgical units while maintaining the applicable patient assignment. It is a focused opportunity to expand critical-care experience in a welcoming Nebraska community.
Weather:
Expect generally cool, crisp conditions with changing skies and refreshing outdoor weather. Comfortable layers and a light jacket will help you enjoy walks, local activities, and nearby excursions.
Fun Things To Do:
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Downtown outing: Explore local shops, cafés, and restaurants in Kearney.
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Outdoor recreation: Enjoy a walk, picnic, or casual afternoon at a local park.
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Arts and culture: Visit local galleries, museums, or community events.
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Day trip: Take a scenic drive to a nearby Nebraska community for dining and sightseeing.
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Day trip: Plan a longer excursion to explore another nearby town or regional attraction.
Job Specifics:
Location: Kearney, Nebraska
Shift: 12-hour nights
Schedule: 48 hours per week
Duration: 13 weeks
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