Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - 2,344 per week - Council Bluffs - First Connect Health

    First Connect Health
    First Connect Health Council Bluffs

    1 week ago

    $105,000 - $135,000 (USD) per year *
    Description

    First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Council Bluffs, Idaho.

    Job Description & Requirements


    Specialty:
    ICU - Intensive Care Unit

    Discipline:
    RN

    Start Date:
    03/16/2026


    Duration:
    11 weeks
    36 hours per week

    Shift:
    12 hours, nights

    Employment Type:
    Travel

    Job Title:
    ICU Registered Nurse


    Location:
    Council Bluffs, IA
    Contract

    Duration:
    13 Weeks

    Shift:
    Night Shift (18:30 – 07:00) | 36 Hours Guaranteed

    Start Date:
    03/16/2026

    Job Summary

    Level 3 Trauma Center , is seeking a high-performing ICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment.

    This 16-bed Medical ICU manages a wide variety of high-acuity patients, including those with sepsis, respiratory failure, and cardiac emergencies.

    As a traveler, you must be prepared for a rigorous orientation that includes a mandatory

    open-book clinical exam

    where a score of

    90%

    is required to continue the contract.

    Key Responsibilities


    Critical Care Management:
    Manage a

    1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio , caring for patients with complex diagnoses such as DKA, STEMI, stroke, and septic shock.

    Drip Titration:
    Expertly manage and titrate critical care infusions including

    Levophed, Neosynephrine, Cardene, Precedex, and Propofol .

    Advanced Monitoring:
    Utilize

    Draeger

    telemetry monitors to read and verify cardiac rhythms and hemodynamics.

    Respiratory Support:
    Collaborate with Respiratory Therapy to monitor patients on

    ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP ; while RT handles adjustments, the RN must be proficient in troubleshooting.

    Floating:
    Maintain flexibility to float to the

    Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

    if ICU census is low.
    Requirements & Qualifications


    Experience:
    Minimum of

    2 years

    of ICU experience is preferred; must be proficient in managing vents and titrating drips.

    Licensure:
    Valid

    Iowa or Compact RN License

    (required at submittal).

    Certifications:
    BLS & ACLS

    (AHA)

    NIHSS
    (Stroke Certification)

    Preferred:
    PALS and TNCC.


    Compliance Hardstops:

    Fingernail Policy:
    Artificial nails are

    strictly prohibited . Refusal to remove them will lead to immediate termination.


    Radius Rule:
    Permanent address must be

    over 50 miles

    from the facility. Candidates cannot have worked for the healthcare system (FT, PT, or PRN) within the last year.

    Assignment Details & Expectations


    Orientation Exam:
    A pass/fail exam occurs on the Friday of orientation. It is open-book, but a

    90% score

    is mandatory.

    Scheduling:
    12-hour nights (18:30 – 07:00). Every third weekend required. No guaranteed block scheduling.

    Holiday:
    Coverage for

    July 4th

    may be required if it falls within the contract window.

    Documentation:
    Epic

    EMR system.

    Dress Code:
    Navy Blue

    scrubs.


    JOB ID:
    Requirements & Qualifications

    • Experience: Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience is preferred; must be proficient in managing vents and titrating drips.
    • Licensure: Valid Iowa or Compact RN License (required at submittal).
    • Certifications: BLS & ACLS (AHA),
      NIHSS (Stroke Certification)
    • Preferred: PALS and TNCC.
    • Compliance Hardstops: * Fingernail Policy: Artificial nails are strictly prohibited. Refusal to remove them will lead to immediate termination.

    Radius Rule:
    Permanent address must be over 50 miles from the facility. Candidates cannot have worked for the healthcare system (FT, PT, or PRN) within the last year.
    About First Connect Health

    At

    First Connect Health

    , we take pride in being a

    Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency

    , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to

    excellence, safety, and quality

    in everything we do.
    By meeting the

    rigorous standards


    set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

    But our dedication goes beyond certifications.

    Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

    Trust and Transparency:
    We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.


    Best Pay & Benefits:
    We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.


    Flexibility & Choice:
    Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.


    Personalized Support:
    Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
    When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that's focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
    Benefits

    Medical benefits
    Sick pay
    401k retirement plan
    Weekly pay
    Referral bonus
    * This salary range is an estimation made by beBee

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