Travel Pediatric IMCU / PICU RN - $2,326 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric Intermediate Care (IMCU/PICU) position at a Level 1 trauma, teaching children's hospital in Arkansas, requiring prior travel experience and Epic proficiency.

Details

• Located in a 359-bed, Level 1 trauma, academic teaching children's hospital in Little Rock, AR
• Assignment is on the 3C Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU), a 13-bed unit within a 26-bed PICU cluster
• PICU patient population includes respiratory distress, CRRT, ECMO, post-arrest, blunt and penetrating trauma, neuro, surgical post-ops, urology, ortho, ENT (trach revisions, cleft lip/palate), burns in intubated patients under 13 years, and new onset DKA
• IMCU patient population includes respiratory distress, DKA, chronic vents, trachs, and diagnoses stepped down from the PICU
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: PICU 1:1–2; IMCU 1:3–4
• Ancillary support includes 1–2 CNAs/PCTs per shift
• Advanced Practice providers are present on the units; PICU is staffed with Residents, Fellows, and Attending MDs; IMCU has Hospitalists until 11 PM, then Residents
• Equipment includes Pyxis with barcode scanning, pharmacy dose, GE Dash, Servo-I, and long-term vents (IMCU); in-house transport system available
• RTs and RNs co-manage ventilators
• EMR is Epic (experience required); Pyxis is the medication system
• 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM), 36 hours per week
• Schedule is manager/scheduler driven; every other weekend is required
• No on-call requirement; holiday coverage is required as needed
• Floating is required within the ICU cluster (NICE, PICU, Burn PICU, IMCU); travelers are first to float

Requirements

• Active RN license in Arkansas or a compact state currently in hand
• Current BLS certification required; additional certifications such as ACLS and TNCC required based on unit (Nursys verification required)
• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required for PICU placement; 2–5 years of clinical experience in the specialty required overall
• PICU experience required for all IMCU candidates due to floating requirements
• Recent Epic EMR experience required
• At least one previous travel nursing assignment required
• Must be nicotine-free (nicotine testing required)
• At least one professional reference within the last year required for consideration
• Specialty skills checklist required for consideration

Additional Information

• Orientation consists of approximately 2–3 days, including specialty testing
• Child Life and Education specialists are actively involved in evaluating patients for education needs during prolonged hospitalizations
• Up to two parents may remain at the bedside
• Renal transplants are managed in the CVICU; ECMO is also located in the CVICU
• Dress code is facility-specific and must be followed
• Local candidates are accepted for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-735129. 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 - Pediatrics

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.