Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $2,951 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: 10/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Pediatric ICU position requiring BLS, PALS, and at least 2 years of PICU experience.

Details

• Work in the Pediatric ICU (PICU) with potential cross-coverage to Pediatric CVICU
• 13-week assignment with October start date
• Rotating day and night shifts (4x12 hours), 7:00-19:00 or 19:00-7:00
• Scheduled for 36 or 48 hours per week
• 3 weekends required per six-week schedule
• Required to work 2 of the 3 winter holidays
• May float to NICU and Acute Care Pediatrics based on staffing needs
• 1:2 patient ratio
• Uses Epic EMR

Requirements

• Active VA or Compact RN license (pending license accepted, must be in hand by the Wednesday before start)
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required, including 2 years of charge nurse experience
• Epic EMR experience required
• BSN preferred
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Peds cardiac experience a plus
• Proficiency in respiratory care skills including ventilator management, ETT/NT suctioning, tracheostomy care, and ABG interpretation
• Experience with IV therapy, central line management, and administration of blood products
• Experience with emergency medications, vasopressors, and pediatric dosage calculations
• Experience with hemodynamic monitoring and dysrhythmia management
• Experience with neurologic monitoring including EVD and ICP management
• Two professional references required

Additional Information

• Provide direct nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in a high-acuity ICU setting
• Must float within scope of practice as needed to support unit staffing needs
• Up to 16 non-billable hours of specialty-specific modules completed during orientation
• Maximum of 40 hours of 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 UVA Health permanent staff or internal/external travelers must have at least 1-year separation and leadership approval to be considered
• External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days and are not eligible to return once this threshold is reached
• No radius restriction applies to this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-756479. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.