Travel PICU RN - $1,798 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/25/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 25, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for a Pediatric ICU (PICU) position at a Level II Trauma children's hospital in Wichita, KS, requiring at least 1 year of recent PICU experience and active BLS and PALS certifications.

Details

• Located within a children's hospital, Level II Trauma designation
• 15-bed PICU with a staff of 38 RNs and support personnel
• Patient ratio of 2:1
• Day shift staffing includes Intensivist, RN, Desk Tech, RT, Dietary, and Case Management; night shift includes Intensivist, RN, and RT
• Shift hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (12-hour days)
• 13-week contract
• EMR: Meditech/CPN
• Equipment used: General CR monitoring
• Typical procedures include IV starts, blood draws, and TPT placements

Requirements

• Active RN license — KS state or compact license required
• Current BLS and PALS certifications (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of assignment start)
• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care PICU RN experience
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration — no Canadian SSNs accepted
• One professional reference required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• CRRT experience is preferred
• APHON certification is preferred
• Pediatric teaching hospital experience is preferred
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not accepted
• Ability to work well under pressure in a teaching hospital environment is a strong plus

American Traveler Job ID #P-735349. 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.