Travel PICU Registered Nurse - $1,535 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/28/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Job Summary: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) nurse position in Houston, Texas. This role involves providing specialized care for pediatric patients in a fast-paced environment within the unit. The position is scheduled for day shifts, with a focus on delivering high-quality patient care and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Job Details: Schedule: Dayshift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or equivalent, Texas (TX) licensure, at least 1 year of pediatric or intensive care nursing experience Preferred Qualifications: Pediatric experience, Pediatric Congenital Heart experience Float: Float rotation may be required Additional Information: The unit consists of 14 Pediatric Intensive Care Unit beds and 28 Pediatric beds, with a staffing ratio of 1:1 or 2:1 in the ICU, and 3:1 in the Intermediate Medical Unit. Equipment includes ventilators, CPAP, HFNC, NC, IV pumps, feeding pumps, and Medfusion pumps. EMR system used is EXPANSE. The team works 4 weekend shifts within a 4-week period. Dress code is royal blue scrubs. 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 Posted Date: 2026-08-26 Cross Country Job ID 1293991. 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