Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $2,490 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Morgantown, West Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Job Summary: The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) registered nurse position is located in Morgantown, West Virginia. This role involves providing specialized care in a pediatric critical care environment, working with patients requiring advanced medical interventions. The position offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic and collaborative team in a busy hospital setting. Job Details: Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift, 36 hours per week minimum, with day/night rotations and full weekend shifts, starting from 08/31/2026 Required Qualifications: Valid RN license; BLS Certification; PALS; 2 years of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience are mandatory; COVID vaccination (2 Moderna or Pfizer shots or 1 J&J shot), or approved medical or religious exemption Preferred Qualifications: Experience with congenital heart program, DKA, respiratory conditions, neurosurgery, tracheostomies, ventilators, G-tubes, and management of adult patients in pediatric units preferred Certifications: BLS, PALS Experience: Minimum of 2 years PICU experience required Unit Details: 20 beds with an average daily census of around 15; patient ratios include ICU 1:1-2 and Step-down 1:3; common diagnoses include congenital heart cases, DKA, respiratory illnesses, neurosurgery, and others Team and Support: Charge nurse and house supervisor roles; nurse aides present on days and nights; in-house pediatrician, residents, and advanced practice providers available 24/7; RT equipment including vents, Cpap, BiPAP available; off-unit telemetry monitoring with central monitors Float Requirements: Floating within children's units (L&D, NICU, Pediatrics) may be required, following normal ratios Orientation: EPIC training, competency reviews, equipment review, and a 3-shift mentorship in PICU Additional: No call requirement; holiday rotations included; scrub color is dark gray (pewter) 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 1300723. 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