Travel PICU Registered Nurse - $1,798 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU (PICU) travel position working night shifts at a Level II Trauma pediatric hospital in Wichita, KS.

Details

• Located in a pediatric hospital setting within a Level II Trauma facility
• 15-bed PICU unit with a 2:1 patient-to-nurse ratio
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 13-week contract
• Staffed with Intensivists, RNs, and Respiratory Therapists on the night shift
• EMR: Meditech / CPN
• General cardiac/respiratory (CR) monitoring equipment used
• Common procedures include IV starts, blood draws, and TPT placements
• CRRT experience is preferred

Requirements

• Active KS or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care PICU RN experience required
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• At least one professional reference required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• CRRT experience preferred
• APHON certification preferred
• Pediatric teaching hospital experience preferred

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• Works well under pressure and in a teaching hospital environment; patient care experience is a top priority
• Day shift is supported by Intensivists, RNs, Desk Techs, RT, Dietary, and Case Management; night shift includes Intensivists, RNs, and RT

American Traveler Job ID #P-708020. 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.