Travel PICU Registered Nurse - $2,305 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/11/2027
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. This position provides specialized nursing care for critically ill pediatric patients on a 12-hour day schedule. The role requires pediatric intensive care experience, previous travel experience, relevant licensure and certifications, and documented COVID-19 vaccination.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shift, 12-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Every other weekend is required, Friday through Sunday.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) or CICU registered nurse
  • Previous travel nursing experience
  • Illinois permanent nursing license
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
  • COVID-19 vaccination documentation for both doses, including lot numbers; declinations are not accepted
• Additional Information:
  • Orientation is held every Monday.
  • Scrubs are required; any color is permitted, including child-friendly designs.
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system: Epic.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• 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

Cross Country Job ID #1348999. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we're here to care for you. 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. Let's build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus