Travel PICU Registered Nurse - $2,615 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Rochester, Minnesota. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 14 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Nurse located in the healthcare environment specializing in the care of critically ill pediatric patients. This position involves coordinating nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education, and transitions of care, within a diverse patient population that includes medical, surgical, trauma, orthopedic, cardiac, neurological, and pulmonary cases. The role supports professional nursing practice across care settings, emphasizing leadership, mentoring, and quality improvement efforts. Job Details Position Description: The registered nurse (RN) is responsible for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient and family education, and transitions of care. The RN practices within the nursing professional practice model, which includes planning, implementing, evaluating, and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The RN exercises leadership through activities such as preceptorship, informal leadership, and quality improvement efforts, delegating patient care based on skill level and patient acuity. Required Qualifications: RN license by applicable state requirements, minimum 2 years of recent acute nursing experience, 6 months of travel experience (1 year preferred), and at least 6 months of PICU RN experience. Experience with Level 1 trauma and intubated patient care is required; solid organ transplant experience is strongly preferred. BLS certification as per state or regional requirements, ECG exam pass during orientation, and cardiac monitoring/telemetry skills are necessary. Schedule: Rotating shifts of 12 hours, scheduled for 36 hours per week, including every third weekend. Additional Information: The role involves performing cardiac monitoring, reading strips, and supporting patients with complex congenital and multi-organ problems, requiring ongoing interventions. ECG exam during orientation is mandatory to continue the assignment. Floating to different units may be required as needed. 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 Posted Date: 2026-08-05 Cross Country Job ID 1284237. 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 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