Travel Pediatric ICU Open Heart RN - $2,680 per week

About the role

A registered nurse specializing in Pediatric Intensive Care Unit with a focus on open heart procedures is needed at a childcare hospital situated on the Anschutz Medical Campus. This position involves providing specialized critical care within a Level Three Cardiac Intensive Care Unit over a 13-week assignment, with rotating day and night shifts. The role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic pediatric environment with a focus on patient safety and clinical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized critical care in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) with a focus on open heart procedures.
• Work rotating 12-hour shifts (6:45 AM – 7:15 PM / 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM).
• Float within the Children’s Hospital Colorado Anschutz Campus or within 35 miles of the original assignment location as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted with 6 or more years of relevant experience.
• Active Colorado registered nurse license or multi-state compact license.
• Certifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Minimum of 2-3 years of staff RN experience in a dedicated pediatric cardiac intensive care unit with open heart specialization.
• Previous travel nursing experience required.
• Up to 75% of scheduled shifts may occur on weekends.
• No on-call requirement.
• No time-off requests approved during the first two weeks of the assignment.
• Seasonal influenza vaccination mandatory (medical or religious exemptions accepted).
• Preference for candidates willing to work one winter holiday (Christmas 2026 or New Year’s 2027).

Preferred Qualifications

• Pediatric Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification strongly preferred.
• Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) experience highly desirable.
• Teaching hospital experience highly desirable.

Schedule

• Duration: 13 weeks (10/20/2026 – 01/23/2027).
• 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts (rotating days and nights).

Benefits

• Private housing or generous housing allowance.
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage.
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage.
• Competitive salaries.
• Referral bonuses.
• Travel reimbursement.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Direct deposit/free checking.
• Unlimited free CE credits.

About Cross Country Nurses

At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way.