Travel PICU Registered Nurse - $1,745 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Dallas, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
The organization is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) with Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience in Dallas, Texas. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-acuity pediatric critical care within a fast-paced environment. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of the assignment.

Job Details

• Location: Dallas, TX
• Specialty: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
• Schedule: Days, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Active Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license; two or more years of pediatric critical care experience; experience managing pediatric critical care patients in high acuity settings; proficiency with Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification; Clinical skills include management of respiratory illnesses, sepsis, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA); pressure line management (CVPs, arterial lines, UAC/UVC); ventilated patient care (HFOV, VDR, Servo); administration of drips such as epinephrine, norepinephrine, milrinone, dopamine, precedex; neuro assessments, complex trauma care (EVDs, Codmans); management of postoperative pediatric patients with congenital anomalies, craniofacial issues, tracheostomies; familiarity with Meditech electronic medical record system.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with advanced critical care procedures and management of complex pediatric cases.
• Additional Information: Assignment duration is 13 weeks. Floating policy states float as needed. Dress code specifies blue scrubs; policies regarding neatness, absence of artificial nails, and covering tattoos apply.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1268098. 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: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus