Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $1,921 per week

Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care | Discipline: RN | Start Date: 09/08/2026 | Duration: 13 weeks | 36 hours per week, 12-hour night shifts | Employment Type: Travel

About the Role

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled PICU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Durham, North Carolina. As a member of our team, you'll provide advanced specialized care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents in a high-acuity pediatric intensive care setting. This role requires strong pediatric critical care skills, advanced clinical judgment, excellent communication, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and professional ethics.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures and treatments to pediatric patients and their families to ensure understanding, cooperation, and emotional support during critical situations.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved pediatric nursing techniques and protocols.
• Prepare and operate advanced medical equipment, including ventilators, central line setups, and hemodynamic monitors, while assisting physicians during treatments and examinations.
• Continuously observe and evaluate patient conditions, record significant findings, and promptly notify physicians of critical changes or adverse reactions to treatments.
• Monitor and interpret vital signs and other clinical data to detect deviations from normal, initiating rapid interventions when necessary.
• Respond to life-saving situations based upon pediatric nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols specific to intensive care.
• Initiate a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient and family, as prescribed by a physician and/or hospital policy.
• Document all relevant history and physical assessments for assigned patients accurately in medical records.
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Requirements

• One year of recent experience as a PICU RN.
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations.
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification.
• PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification.
• CCRN certification.

Skills

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Proficiency in reading/comprehending written instructions, following verbal instructions, and PC skills.
• Physical ability to remain stationary, move about, move equipment (50-100 lbs), push, pull, and bend.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of personnel while maintaining a positive attitude and professionalism.
• Technical/motor skills to grasp, perform fine manipulation, and assist with procedures.
• Mental resilience to cope with frequent public contact, meet deadlines under pressure, work under close supervision or independently, and handle irregular schedules.
• Visual acuity and effective communication abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first-day coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1,560 hours.
• Life and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) matching.
• Aggressive Refer-a-Friend Bonus Program.
• 24/7 recruiter support.
• Reimbursement for licensure and continuing education units (CEUs).
• $0 copay for mental health services.
• Scholarships and awards.
• Exclusive discounts.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• License and certification reimbursement.
• Weekly pay.
• Cancelation protection.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Continuing education opportunities.