Travel CVPICU RN - $2,497 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Portland, Oregon. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 14, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a CVICU/PICU position requiring 2 years of pediatric cardiac ICU and post-op heart experience. Details Work in a 20-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) within a Magnet-designated, Level I Pediatric Trauma teaching hospital Care for critically ill or injured pediatric patients from birth to young adulthood across trauma, surgery, respiratory, cardiac, hematology/oncology, and neurologic specialties Perform bedside procedures including central line and arterial line placement, lumbar puncture, intubation/extubation, CRRT initiation/discontinuation, ECMO cannulation/decannulation, and emergent operative procedures Utilize specialized equipment including Hamilton G5 Ventilators, DirectLink ICP Monitors, Arctic Sun Targeted Temperature Management, and Baxter Prismaflex Machines Night shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) Weekend shifts required No on-call requirements Float within the hospital to NICU and Pediatric Units, and potentially to affiliate hospitals nearby 13-week assignment length with Tuesday start date Epic EMR used for charting Requirements Active RN license (Oregon or Compact); pending license applications accepted if submitted to the licensing board Active OR RN license required Current certifications: BLS and PALS required, NRP preferred Minimum 2 years of RN experience required CVICU experience and post-op heart experience required Teaching hospital and Level I Trauma experience preferred Epic EMR charting experience required Proof of COVID vaccination required with no exemptions accepted Two manager or supervisor references from within the last 24 months required (charge RN references not accepted) First-time travelers accepted if they have 2 years of PICU experience Additional Information Provide advanced critical care nursing to pediatric patients requiring the highest level of medical or post-surgical care Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including board-certified pediatric intensivists, respiratory therapists, nutritionists, pharmacologists, therapists, social workers, and child life specialists PICU intensivists staff the unit 24/7 and coordinate transport of critically ill children from surrounding states Standard scrubs required (no prints); scrubs provided for OR procedures Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no mile radius restriction Floating to affiliate hospitals nearby may be required; refusal to float as requested may result in contract cancellation All time off requests must be submitted upfront at time of application and cannot exceed 2 weeks Former OHSU employees or previous travelers must be separated for 6 months to be eligible to return Returning candidates must provide a reference from their previous OHSU supervisor American Traveler Job ID P-746935. 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.