Travel RN - Pediatric ICU - Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU

Let American Traveler be your trusted companion on your traveler journey! Reproduction and distribution of these materials is prohibited without the expressed written authorization of American Traveler Staffing Professionals. Job ID: P-754598 Location: Newark, New Jersey Pay: $2,828/wk or $2,619/wk local Shift Nights, 3x12hrs Hours 36 hrs/wk Start Date Oct 5, 2026 Length 13 weeks Openings 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU night shift position requiring 2+ years of PICU experience with 1 year of cardiac critical care experience. Details 19-bed unit caring for infants, adolescents, and pediatric patients Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00-7:30 Patient ratio of 1:2 or higher, varying with census and acuity Every other weekend required Floating to Pediatrics and NICU as needed within skillset Navy blue scrubs required Requirements Active NJ or Compact RN license required Required certifications: BLS, PALS (NRP preferred) Minimum 2 years of PICU critical care experience with 1 year of cardiac experience required, documented on skills checklist EPIC charting experience required Prior travel nursing experience required Skilled in IV therapy including port access, blood product administration, central line care, PICC management, and TPN/lipids Respiratory and airway management skills including BiPAP/CPAP, ventilator care, ETCO2 monitoring, HFNC, suctioning, and tracheostomy care Experience with congenital heart disease/repair (ASD, VSD, AV Canal Defect, TOF), Glenn and Fontan procedures, post-cardiac surgery, and hemodynamic monitoring Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation/management and telemetry monitoring Proficiency with specialty procedures including peritoneal dialysis, hemodialysis, lumbar puncture assistance, and VP shunt care Pediatric dosage calculation skills and familiarity with the Broselow system Additional Information Provide critical care nursing to complex pediatric cardiac patients including congenital heart disease, cardiac transplant, and post-surgical cases Utilize standard PICU equipment and cardiac monitoring including Medtronic pacemakers Must work 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays per unit needs First-time travelers are not accepted for this role Former RWJBarnabas Health employees (full-time or PRN) must be separated from the system for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler Local candidates accepted at the same rate These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter. Assignment Total (13 Weeks) $36,764 Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks) $147,056 Weekly Wages $1,260/wk Regular Hours $35.00 x 36 hours/wk = $1,260 Weekly Stipends $1,568/wk Lodging $156.00 x 7 days = $1,092 Meals & Incidentals $68.00 x 7 days = $476 In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $2,619 - $2,828. The $2,828 weekly pay shown in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range. Weekly travel pay includes tax-free stipends per IRS guidelines. Weekly local pay is fully taxable and therefore lower due to additional employer-paid taxes and related costs. Facility Facility details are only available for registered travelers. Facility Information Facility address requires login Bed Count -- Setting -- EMR -- Teaching Facility -- American Traveler Benefits Health Day 1 Day 1 401k with match Opt In ...and many more! Why American Traveler? Unmatched Support and Transparency Your recruiter is your trusted partner, providing personalized guidance with full transparency. Empowering Technology Find jobs, self-apply, and manage your career with tools that put you in control. Exceptional Pay and Benefits Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits — designed with your success in mind. Nationwide Opportunities and Proven Expertise Explore 1,000s of opportunities with the support of our 25+ years of experience guiding your success. Reproduction and distribution of these materials is prohibited without the expressed written authorization of American Traveler Staffing Professionals. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Traveler