Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $2,913 per week

About the role

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN for a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) position in Indianapolis, Indiana. The assignment is 13 weeks, 48 hours per week on 12‑hour night shifts, travel employment type.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients' vital signs and initiate corrective action when necessary.
• Follow continuous cardiac and respiratory monitor readings (EKG tracings, O2 stats, CVP/arterial line waveforms, if applicable) and report observed changes.
• Change dressings, insert catheters, start IVs (both central venous and arterial).
• Monitor and adjust specialized equipment such as ventilators.
• Assist physicians during examination, treatment and procedures, including life‑saving situations.
• Assist with insertion or discontinuation of CV catheters, arterial lines, external ventricular drains, Foley catheters, epidural catheters and endotracheal tubes.
• Stand and walk for long periods; bend, lean and stoop without difficulty.
• Lift 10‑20 pounds of equipment as needed.
• Be aware of hazards from exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases.

Requirements

• Current BLS certification.
• Current PALS certification.
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care experience (1‑2 years’ recent acute care experience preferred).
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning the 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

Pay

Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

48 hours per week, 12‑hour night shifts; assignment duration is 13 weeks.