Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $2,426 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

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

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU (PICU) position at a Level 1 Trauma Center, requiring at least 2 years of PICU experience and a minimum of one prior travel assignment.

Details

• Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PICU) within a large academic medical center designated as a Level 1 Burn, Trauma, and Eye Center for the State of Maryland
• Patient population ranges from newborn to 21 years of age
• Medical diagnoses include respiratory failure, metabolic disorders, seizure disorders, multiorgan failure, shock, toxic ingestions, ECMO, and ventricular assist devices
• Surgical cases include extensive general, cardiac, thoracic, transplant, orthopedic, and neurological procedures
• Medication management includes continuous infusions and intermittent medications such as narcotics, vasopressors, diuretics, PN/IL, IVP, PCAs, PO, and GT/JT
• Patient-to-nurse ratio is 2:1 or 1:1
• Rotating 12-hour shifts covering both day (7A) and night (7P) hours
• Epic EMR experience preferred

Requirements

• Active MD or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, PALS, and ACLS
• Minimum 2 years of current Pediatric ICU experience required
• At least one prior travel assignment required
• Experience at a large facility (500+ beds) required
• Critical Care Certification preferred
• Trauma course completion preferred
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• Active licensure documentation and one professional reference required for consideration

Additional Information

• Local candidates are accepted at the same bill rate
• Administer and manage complex continuous infusions and intermittent medications for critically ill pediatric patients
• Support patients undergoing high-acuity surgical procedures including cardiac, thoracic, and transplant cases

American Traveler Job ID #P-727316. 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.