Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $2,436 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/08/2026 Duration: 19 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 8, 2026 Length: 19 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a PICU RN for a 19-week holiday coverage assignment requiring 2 years of PICU experience and PALS certification. Details Work in the PICU of a 152-bed Level II trauma center with a Level IV NICU Unit has 16 PICU beds with interchangeable overflow between MedSurg and PICU Patient population includes respiratory (high flow, CPAP, BiPAP), trach, chemo, RSV, asthma, and COVID cases Medical patients include MIS-C, new onset diabetes with insulin drips, chronically ill, and oncology cases Trauma patients include falls, MVAs, and other injuries; Stat categories 1-3 and occasionally 4 Cardiovascular patients include those with congenital heart defects, cared for from surgery through discharge Surgical patients include appendectomies, g-tubes, ENT, fresh trachs, bowel obstructions, broken bones, VP shunts, cardiac, and neuro cases Unit does not treat solid organ transplant, major burns, or stem cell transplant patients ECMO patients are managed by an ECMO specialist for the ECMO machine itself CRRT experience with Prismax required for travelers taking these low-volume cases Epic EMR experience preferred 12-hour night shifts, scheduled 1900-0700 Every other weekend rotation required Floating required to MedSurg, ED, or NICU as Helping Hands or Constant Observer Requirements Active WA or compact RN license required Current BLS and PALS certifications required Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required Skills required include aseptic and sterile techniques, basic dressing changes, ventilator and trach management, and suctioning Experience with g-tube/j-tube management, feeding tubes, chest tubes, epidurals, PCAs, and drip management required Foley insertion and management and discharge planning skills required CRRT experience with Prismax preferred CICU experience preferred Additional Information 19-week contract specifically for holiday coverage Provide direct care to pediatric ICU patients across respiratory, medical, surgical, cardiovascular, and trauma populations Cardiovascular patients with congenital heart defects are cared for continuously from surgery through discharge During rare COVID surge tier 3 situations, may provide care to patients up to age 30 Severe facial wounds, eye injuries, or penetrating trauma cases are transferred to a Level 1 Trauma Center Scrubs may be any color, but hooded shirts and long sleeves are not permitted; sleeves must be able to be pulled above the elbow First-time travelers will be considered for this position American Traveler Job ID P-742962. 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: Travel RN - Pediatric ICU About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.