Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $2,805 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Rochester, Minnesota.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU Float Pool position in Rochester, MN, requiring a minimum of 2 years of PICU experience and prior travel RN experience.

Details

• Position is in the Pediatric ICU (PICU) of a large hospital in Rochester, MN
• The PICU serves a diverse critically ill pediatric population including medical, surgical, trauma, orthopedic, cardiac, neurological, and pulmonary patients
• The unit is a designated pediatric liver, kidney, and bone marrow transplant unit, and cares for patients with congenital and complex multi-organ conditions
• Charting is performed using Epic
• 13-week contract, 36 hours per week, three 12-hour shifts per day
• Day/night rotation with shifts running 0700–1930 and 1900–0730
• Every 3rd weekend required
• Floating is required as needed

Requirements

• Active MN RN license required — no pending licenses accepted
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ACEN or CCNE); if not accredited or if graduated more than 2 years ago, at least 1 year of RN experience in an applicable care setting is required
• Required certifications: BLS (AHA or American Red Cross, must not expire within 3 months of start date) and PALS
• CCRN and TCTCN certifications are strongly preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute nursing experience required
• Minimum 2 years of recent PICU RN experience required
• At least 1 year of travel RN experience required, or a minimum of 3 total completed travel assignments
• Level 1 trauma and intubated patient care experience required
• Solid organ transplant experience strongly preferred
• Date of birth (DOB) required for consideration

Additional Information

• The RN is responsible for coordinating nursing care including direct patient care, patient and family education, and transitions of care
• Responsibilities include planning, implementing, evaluating, and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients
• The RN delegates patient care based on skill level, experience, patient acuity, and available resources, and may serve in preceptor or informal leadership roles
• An ECG exam is required during orientation and must be passed to continue the assignment
• COVID vaccination and booster are required for eligibility
• Travelers who have previously been on assignment at this facility may work up to one calendar year from their initial start date, after which a 30–60 day break is required before returning

American Traveler Job ID #P-727264. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.