Registered Nurse PICU

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PICU position requiring OH or compact RN license and current PICU experience with willingness to float to multiple units.

Details

• Work in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at a children's hospital
• Day shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• 13-week assignment length
• Float requirement to NICU, CV PICU, ED, stepdown, and Medical-Surgical units as needed
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active OH State or Compact RN license required in hand
• Current certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Minimum 2 years of current PICU experience required
• First-time travelers considered with closer to 3 years of PICU experience and recent Level 1 trauma experience
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Two supervisory or manager-titled references required, cannot be charge nurse references
• Skilled in ventilator management, care of ventilated patients, and acute airway maintenance
• Skilled in arterial line management, central line care, and IV therapy
• Experience with hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
• Experience with pediatric dosage calculations and use of the Broselow system
• Experience with continuous sedation and IV vasopressor administration

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU
• Must be prepared to float to different units depending on assignment needs
• Candidates must not have worked in a permanent role at the facility within the past 2 years
• Local candidates within a 60-mile radius are not eligible for this position
• First-time travelers will be considered with sufficient PICU experience

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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 - Pediatric ICU

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.