Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $2,645 per week

About the role

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN for a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) position in Phoenix, Arizona. The assignment starts 10/12/2026 and lasts 24 weeks, with 36 hours per week on 12‑hour day shifts. The role requires 1‑2 years of recent acute care experience and involves providing critical care to pediatric patients, collaborating with physicians, specialists, and families.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients' vital signs and initiate corrective action when necessary.
• Follow continuous cardiac and respiratory monitor readings, such as EKG tracings, O2 stats, CVP/arterial line waveforms, if applicable, and report any observed changes.
• Change dressings, insert catheters, start IVs (both central venous and arterial).
• Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients, such as ventilators.
• Assist physician during examination, treatment and procedures, which can include life‑saving situations.
• Assist with the insertion or discontinuation of CV catheters, arterial lines, external ventricular drains, Foleys, epidural catheters and endotracheal tubes.
• Stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty.
• Easily lift 10‑20 pounds of equipment at times.
• Face hazards from exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases.

Requirements

• BLS certification
• PALS certification
• 2 years of recent acute care experience (1‑2 years' recent acute care experience)
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1

Schedule

Shift: 12 hours, days; 36 hours per week.