Travel PICU Registered Nurse - $2,220 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PICU position requiring BLS, PALS certification, and 2 years of relevant experience with a VA or compact RN license.

Details

• Work in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) of a hospital setting
• 13-week assignment
• Night shift (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:00) or Day shift (3x12 hours, 7:00-19:00), with possible rotation between shifts
• Every other holiday required
• 3 weekends required per six-week schedule
• May float to NICU and Acute Care Pediatrics based on staffing needs, within scope of practice
• 1:2 patient ratio
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active VA or compact RN license required (pending license accepted, must be in hand by the Wednesday before start date)
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
• Prior charge nurse experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• BSN preferred
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Pediatric cardiac experience a plus
• Two professional references required
• Nursys license verification required

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to pediatric patients requiring intensive monitoring and intervention
• Skills utilized may include ventilator management, arterial line management, CRRT, EVD/ICP monitoring, and management of dysrhythmias, among other pediatric critical care competencies
• Specialty-specific orientation modules completed during onboarding
• Maximum of 40 hours RTO approved per 13-week contract, with no additional time off approved after offer acceptance
• No time off approved during the first 2 weeks of the contract
• Any vacation time between sign date and start date must be disclosed prior to submission
• Previous permanent staff or internal/external traveler employment at this health system requires 1-year separation and leadership approval
• External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days and are not eligible to return after reaching this limit
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-729996. 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.