Travel Pediatric ICU Open Heart RN - $2,660 per week (Hiring Immediately)

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Phoenix, Arizona. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/28/2026 Duration: 26 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) - Open Heart, located in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse (RN) to provide specialized care in a premier pediatric healthcare setting. The role involves collaborating closely with the healthcare team, patients, and families to deliver professional nursing care tailored to children with critical cardiac conditions. The position offers dynamic day and night shifts and requires flexibility in floating between different hospital campuses. Job Details Position Description: The RN will work in the pediatric cardiovascular intensive care unit, supporting children with complex heart conditions that require intensive care. This role involves working in collaboration with the healthcare team to promote patient health through the delivery of professional nursing care aligned with evidence-based standards and hospital goals. The position may require floating to NICU and PICU units. Certifications, Education, and Experience Requirements: Current State of Arizona RN license or an RN license from a compact state with multistate privileges or the ability to establish licensure according to Arizona law prior to start date Associate or bachelors degree in nursing 2 years experience as an RN in pediatric CVICU Current BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association Current PALS certification from the American Heart Association Experience at a hospital with a Level III or IV NICU strongly preferred Experience floating to NICU and PICU Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week, with options for day or night shifts (7a 7p or 7p 7a). Additional Information: This assignment may involve floating between four hospital campuses: Main, Arrowhead, Avondale, and East Valley. Only RTO discussed in the interview will be pre-approved. Flu vaccination is required from October through April, and COVID-19 vaccination is recommended but not required. Staff will need to sign declination and masking protocols if not vaccinated. The assignment duration is from 09/28/2026 to 03/28/2027, with a possibility of working in a highly specialized pediatric hospital environment providing advanced cardiac care. 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 Cross Country Job ID 1308426. 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: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Open Heart 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 bonus5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386