Travel Pediatric ICU Open Heart RN - $1,820 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Dallas, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Open Heart specialist is sought for a position in Dallas, Texas. This role involves caring for pediatric patients with congenital heart disease and post-operative management in a specialized ICU setting, with a focus on compassionate and empathetic care delivery.

Job Details

• Position: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Open Heart RN
• Specialty: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) - Open Heart
• Location: Dallas, Texas
• Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Must have 1 year of Pediatric Cardiac ICU (CVICU) experience as a staff nurse, 3-4 contracts in a dedicated pediatric CICU, 2 years minimum PICU experience, and certifications in PALS, BLS, and ACLS
• Additional Information: Unit features 27 beds with an acuity adaptive model caring for ICU and step-down level patients. Candidates must have experience managing arterial, central, and transthoracic lines, as well as post-operative cardiac management, including procedures such as sternal closures and ECMO cannulation. Typical procedures include central and arterial line placement, conscious sedation, intubation, and post-op recovery. The unit operates under Meditech EMR and requires adaptable, meticulous, and compassionate professionals.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.

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

Cross Country Job ID #1331657. 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 Open Heart

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