Travel PICU RN - $4,039 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a PICU position requiring 2 years of pediatric ICU experience and an active AK RN license.

Details

• Work in the PICU of an acute care Magnet hospital
• PICU patient ratios are 1:2, with ventilated patients typically 1:1 due to unit layout
• Pediatric floor ratios are 1:4
• Unit is supported by CNAs and a med clerk, with a charge nurse who typically does not carry patients
• Night shift, 4x12 hours, 19:00-7:00
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Float to NICU and Peds within scope may be required
• May occasionally check off orientees needing PICU training as a secondary assignment
• Block scheduling accommodated
• Cerner charting system used, Epic experience preferred

Requirements

• Active AK RN license required prior to start; compact license accepted at time of submission
• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• NRP certification copy required with submission for PICU candidates
• Experience with pediatric ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and acute airway care
• Experience with central line care, IV therapy, and pediatric dosage calculations
• Experience with hemodynamic monitoring and dysrhythmia management
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level II experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred

Additional Information

• Provide direct nursing care to pediatric ICU patients including ventilated and post-surgical cases
• Must be culturally sensitive to the Native population served
• Navy scrub color required
• Holiday coverage required for 2 of 3 major holidays
• Must reside outside a 100-mile radius to qualify as a traveler; local candidates not accepted
• Previous staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years before returning as a traveler
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• COVID vaccination acknowledgment required prior to starting

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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.