Travel Pediatric Float Pool RN - NICU/PICU/PCICU/General Pediatrics/ER - $2,262 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Park Ridge, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Critical Care Float
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a NICU position at a Level III NICU/Level IV Perinatal Center teaching hospital in Illinois, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and an active IL RN license.

Details

• 13-week travel contract at a 444-bed academic teaching hospital with a Level III NICU and Level IV Perinatal Center
• Primary unit is the Nursing Float Pool, with assignments covering NICU, PICU, PCICU, General Pediatrics, and ER across two campuses (Oak Lawn and Park Ridge)
• NICU accommodates 61 beds with patient types including premature, neuro, GI, and feeder/grower neonates; PICU handles 24 beds with intubated, post-surgical, respiratory failure, and neuro patients; PCICU covers 16 beds with complex cardiac cases including Norwood, truncus, TAPVR, HLHS, and valve replacement patients (no transplants)
• General Pediatrics serves patients neonate–18 years with hematology, oncology, and post-surgical cases; ER covers 22 beds for patients neonate–18 years
• Patient ratios: NICU 1:2, PICU 1:2, PCICU 1:2, Gen Peds 1:3–4, ER 1:3–4
• 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM, 3 days per week (36 hours/week)
• Scheduling runs on a 6-week cycle with every-other-weekend rotation
• Float assignments are bi-campus and may include PICU, PCICU, NICU, and General Pediatrics at both Oak Lawn and Park Ridge locations
• Assignments are posted 90–120 minutes prior to shift start
• EMR: Epic (experience required)
• IV pumps: Alaris; medication dispensing: Pyxis; monitors: Med Sonic

Requirements

• Active Illinois RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, PALS, and NRP
• Minimum 2 years of NICU or relevant pediatric nursing experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency with trach management, mechanical ventilators, chest tubes, Foley catheters, surgical drains, arterial lines, CVLs, blood draws, IV starts, traction, CPAP, high-flow oxygen, oscillators, central lines, dressing changes, heliox, and nitric respiratory support
• Experience managing drips including Fentanyl, Propofol, Precedex, Epinephrine, and Levophoedrine
• Ability to travel between two campuses (Oak Lawn and Park Ridge) as required
• One professional reference from within the past year required, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
• Candidate DOB and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Former employees of Advocate Health or any of its subsidiaries must be separated for at least 12 months before being eligible for a travel assignment
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate with no radius restrictions
• Departmental orientation includes NEO training plus 2 days of departmental orientation in PICU/PCICU
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays; all RTO requests must go through the manager
• Support staff includes CNAs, a receptionist/HUC, a charge nurse per department, an IV/VAT team, phlebotomy, resource nurses (based on staffing/acuity), and 24/7 RT, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage
• Required scrub color: Navy
• Free parking is available on site
• Unit culture is described as teamwork-oriented and friendly

American Traveler Job ID #P-731729. 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 - Neonatal 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.