Travel Registered Nurse PICU Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse – PICU, Phoenix, Arizona. Start date: 09/28/2026. Contract duration: 26 weeks. Weekly pay range: $2,634–$2,756 per week. Guaranteed hours: 36 per week. Shift: 3x12 rotating (7:00 am–7:30 pm or 7:00 pm–7:30 am). Setting: hospital-based travel assignment with unit responsibilities across pediatric critical care units. This assignment is managed through ShiftWise Flex; all compliance, billing, and assignment management will be handled by that program.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay range: $2,634–$2,756 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 26 weeks
- Shift: 3x12 rotating (7:00 am–7:30 pm or 7:00 pm–7:30 am)
- Start date: 09/28/2026
- Assignment may float among CVICU, NICU, and PICU across Phoenix-area locations
- Assignment managed through ShiftWise Flex with dedicated support

Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to pediatric patients in PICU, CVICU, and NICU per individualized plans of care
- Monitor patient status, interpret findings, and respond to changes in condition following evidence-based protocols
- Administer medications, IV therapies, and manage life-support equipment as directed; monitor ventilator care as applicable
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including families, physicians, and ancillary staff; participate in rounds and updates to the plan of care
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the medical record; ensure compliance with standards and regulatory requirements
- Promote safety, infection prevention, and high-quality care; respond to emergencies per hospital policy

Requirements
- Active Arizona RN license or compact-state license with multistate privileges prior to start
- BLS for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association)
- PALS (American Heart Association)
- Advanced NRP certification
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience in pediatric critical care; Level III or IV NICU hospital experience preferred
- ADN, BSN or Diploma in Nursing; ability to work in a hospital setting and float between CVICU, NICU, and PICU

Benefits and Support
- 36 guaranteed hours per week
- 26-week contract with potential extension
- Assignment managed by ShiftWise Flex with compliance, billing, and scheduling support
- Ongoing assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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