Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $2,420 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse (RN) position available in a healthcare facility. This role involves providing specialized patient care in a high-acuity environment, supporting critically ill children in a dynamic unit. The position offers a comprehensive orientation and requires adherence to unit protocols and safety standards.

Job Details:

• Location: Not specified (the organization)
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM 7:30 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Active Illinois license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated; BLS (American Heart Association), PALS (American Heart Association); 1 year of pediatric ICU nursing experience; valid SSN last four digits; middle initial; requested time off; understanding of OSF policies including drug-free campus guidelines and call off policy
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with pediatric medical/surgical/neuro and cardiovascular patients; familiarity with bedside Phillips monitors and telemetry strips; ability to recognize rhythm changes and appropriate interventions; experience with ventilators (Vents, Cpap, Bipap, High Flow, etc.) and tele/monitor techs; team-based care involving nurse aides/PCTs, intensivists, APPs, and residents
• Responsibilities include providing patient care for critically ill children, reading telemetry strips, collaborating with the healthcare team, and adhering to safety and clinical protocols. The unit operates 24/7 with in-house pediatrician, intensivist, advanced practice providers, and residents.
• Float requirements: Floating to PIC and lower levels of care by turn; full teams accepted when floating.
• Dress Code: Scrubs are provided; no restriction other than being friendly to children.
• Orientation: 3-4 days of 12-hour shifts
• Additional Notes: All patients are on bedside Phillips monitors; nurses are expected to recognize rhythm changes and understand associated interventions. The role involves weekend and holiday work based on schedule, with every other weekend requirement.

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 #1321148. 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: 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