ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Kearney, Nebraska
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Kearney, NE
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,076/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $57.67
- Weekly
- $2,076
- Yearly (full-time)
- $107,952
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $57.67/hour — 42% 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, 36 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
- 342 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Nebraska from 4 agencies, 55 of them in Kearney.
- Pay in these listings: $16.67 – $112/hour, median $63.11/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Nebraska: $40.74/hour ($84,739/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: GHR Healthcare ($65.56/hour across 15 jobs).
Job description
Immerse yourself in a rewarding ICU travel nursing role in Kearney, Nebraska, where you'll work 12-hour day shifts for a 13-week contract. This assignment offers the chance to support critically ill adult patients dealing with trauma, cardiac issues, sepsis, stroke, and respiratory distress. You'll be part of a dedicated team in a 33-bed unit, providing essential care that requires advanced skills in titrating cardiac drips, managing ventilators, and interpreting GE monitors. If you're looking for a contract that balances challenging work with the opportunity to experience small-town hospitality, this is it — and the unique setting might just make you feel at home with every beat of your heart.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year generally features mild to warm temperatures with clear skies, making it comfortable for outdoor activities and exploring the local scenery.
Fun Things To Do:
- Explore the Great Platte River Road Archway, a fascinating museum and monument to pioneer travel.
- Visit Kearney's local breweries and enjoy craft beer tastings in the downtown area.
- Take a day trip to the Colorado Front Range and enjoy scenic mountain views and outdoor hiking trails.
- Travel to Lincoln, Nebraska, and experience its vibrant arts and history scene with museums and galleries.
- Go fishing or boating at Lake McConaughy, renowned for its expansive waters and sandy beaches, perfect for a relaxing day trip.
Job Specifics:
Location: Kearney, Nebraska
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks, with approximately 36 hours per week
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