Travel Registered Nurse PICU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Travel Assignment in Rochester, New York. Start date: September 14, 2026. Duration: 17 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,390 to $2,499 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. Shift: 12-hour rotating day/evening/night shifts (D/E/N), 3x12s, with On-Call/Callback as needed and unit-specific charge responsibilities. The role supports a pediatric cardiac care center, providing high-level care for infants, children, adolescents, and young adults with congenital or acquired cardiac conditions.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,390–$2,499 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0.0
- Contract duration: 17 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour rotating day/evening/night shifts; On-Call/Callback; unit charge responsibilities
- Start date: September 14, 2026
- Setting: Pediatric cardiac care unit in Rochester, NY

Responsibilities
- Deliver direct nursing care to pediatric patients with congenital or acquired cardiac conditions in the PICU, including monitoring, medication administration, and management of telemetry and invasive devices.
- Assess patient status, interpret vital signs and clinical data, respond to changes, and collaborate with the care team to adjust plans of care.
- Support complex medical/surgical interventions, assist with bedside procedures, and ensure adherence to infection control and patient safety standards.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (cardiology, anesthesia, respiratory therapy, social work) to plan and execute comprehensive care plans; document findings and care updates timely.
- Provide family education, discharge planning, and transition support, addressing questions and coordinating follow-up care as appropriate.

Requirements
- Current New York State Registered Nurse license
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
- Pediatric Cardiac Care experience required (PICU preferred)
- Telemetry experience required
- Certifications: BLS, PALS, ACLS, NIHSS (American Heart Association)
- Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts (D/E/N) and on-call/callback as required by unit needs

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and assignment support throughout the travel engagement
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance to expedite start
- Ongoing support from clinical and scheduling teams during the assignment
- Payroll support and processing for weekly pay

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PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

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We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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