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
- Sep 20, 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
This 13-week contract is for an ICU Registered Nurse in Kearney, Nebraska, working 12-hour night shifts from 6:30 PM to 6:30 AM. The role involves managing patients with diverse conditions such as trauma, cardiac issues, overdoses, sepsis, and post-procedural care, including titrating various drips like cardiac, insulin, and sedation. RNs will interpret monitors, perform troubleshooting, and assist in critical situations within a 33-bed unit that averages 16 patients daily. The position requires New Line certifications (BLS, ACLS, NIHSS), a valid driver’s license, and adherence to hospital policies including no artificial nails and a specific fingernail policy. Expect to support patient care alongside nurse aides and healthcare support techs, with some floating to PCU or med-surg units as needed. Self-scheduling is permitted for core staff, with a commitment of about 36 hours weekly, and responsibilities include working every other weekend and minimum of two holidays during the contract. This assignment offers a chance to experience a variety of complex cases while honing critical care skills in a collaborative environment.
Weather:
Typically, the weather around this time of year features mild to warm days with cooler evenings. Expect some variation with gentle breezes and occasional rain showers, creating comfortable conditions for outdoor activities and travel.
Fun Things To Do:
- Scenic Drive on the Sandhills Journey Scenic Byway: Experience the beauty of Nebraska's rolling sand dunes and vast prairies through this picturesque drive.
- Visit Davis Creek Natural Area: Enjoy hiking, birdwatching, and picnicking in this peaceful natural setting.
- Great Platte River Road Archway: Take a day trip to learn about historic westward expansion and pioneer history.
- Fort Kearney State Historical Park: Explore the early forts and enjoy walking trails with views of the Platte River.
- Visit the nearby Kearney Area Animal Shelter: Participate in local animal adoption events or volunteer to spend time with the animals.
Job Specifics:
Location: Kearney, Nebraska
Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:30 PM - 6:30 AM
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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