Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $3,106 per week

About the role

The PICU Registered Nurse provides advanced specialized care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents in high acuity settings. This role includes comprehensive patient assessment, implementing complex care plans, administering treatments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. The position 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 in pediatric intensive care.

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
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

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

Qualifications

• ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification (preferred)
• CCRN certification (preferred)
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

Skills

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
• Physical abilities – remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50‑100 lbs), push, pull, and bend
• Interpersonal skills – work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/motor skills – grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment
• Mental requirements – cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure; work under close supervision occasionally and without assistance; contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and maintain continuous concentration to detail
• Sensory – visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and short‑term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer‑a‑friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Schedule

Shift: 12 hours, nights; 36 hours per week