Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit - $2,898 per week in Newark, NJ

Registered Nurse (RN) | Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Location: Newark, NJ
Agency: Revolution Healthcare Services
Pay: $2,898 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 11/2/2026

About the Position

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Start Date: November 2, 2026
Location: Newark, New Jersey
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour shifts; every other weekend required; holiday rotation includes working or providing coverage for 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)

Highlights:

• 19-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit within a premier children's hospital and one of the largest pediatric critical care programs in the state
• Patient ratios: PICU 1:1 to 1:2; Step-down 1:3; may float to Pediatrics (1:4-5) or NICU (1:2-3) for appropriate assignments
• Diverse case mix including cardiac patients, medical/surgical ICU populations, and step-down acuity with 24/7 intensivist-led coverage
• EPIC charting system; nationally recognized pediatric programs including a Children's Heart Center and Level IV NICU
• Part of New Jersey's largest integrated healthcare system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support
• 13-week travel assignment with block scheduling available (requests must be confirmed prior to offer)

Requirements:

• Active New Jersey or Compact state RN license required at time of submission
• Current certifications: BLS and PALS required; NRP preferred
• Minimum 2 years of PICU critical care experience; 1 year of cardiac experience strongly preferred
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Demonstrated competency in IV therapy, central line management, administration of blood products, TPN/Lipids
• Experience with ventilated patients, airway management, BiPAP/CPAP, High Flow Nasal Cannula, tracheostomy care, and chest tube management
• Proficiency with continuous sedation, IV vasopressors, anti-seizure medications, antiarrhythmics, and pediatric dosage calculations
• Knowledge of telemetry monitoring, isolation precautions, wound care, and gastric tube management
• Previous travel experience required; at least one supervisory reference must be provided at submission

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Join a leading pediatric critical care team at a premier children's hospital recognized for its advanced cardiovascular and multidisciplinary programs. This role offers exposure to a complex patient population ranging from infants through adolescents, with the support of 24/7 intensivist coverage and a collaborative care environment. You'll be part of the state's largest integrated health system, providing access to cutting-edge resources, professional development, and meaningful impact in pediatric critical care.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• Core Mandatory Part I
• Core Mandatory Part II (Nursing)
• Core Mandatory Part III
• ICU
• PALS
• PICU
• RN - Pharmacology A
• RN – Pediatric ICU (PICU) Assessment