Travel PICU RN - $2,652 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PICU position at a Level 1 Trauma Center requiring 2+ years of pediatric critical care experience and PALS certification.

Details

• Work in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) of a Level 1 Trauma Center
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM
• No block scheduling permitted
• Every other weekend required (2 weekends per month)
• No on-call requirements
• Mandatory float facility - floating required within scope to meet facility needs, including to other units and occasionally outside primary competency with team-based support
• May be required to float to other facilities within 50 miles, with as little as 2 hours notice
• Uses Cerner charting system

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required in hand at time of consideration (no pending licenses accepted)
• Current certifications: BLS and PALS (NIHSS preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
• Cerner charting experience required
• Experience with pediatric dosage calculations and emergency/anti-seizure medications
• Experience with continuous sedation and IV vasopressors
• Respiratory skills including BiPAP/CPAP management, ventilator care, acute airway care/maintenance, and ABG interpretation
• Experience managing chest tubes
• IV therapy/phlebotomy and central line/PICC line management experience
• ICP monitoring experience
• Experience with interpretation and management of cardiac dysrhythmias
• Knowledge of isolation precautions and PPE protocols
• Two professional references required from supervisors within the past 2 years, with one from the most recent employer

Additional Information

• Deliver direct patient care to critically ill pediatric patients in a Level 1 Trauma Center setting
• Any scrub color permitted
• Proof of COVID vaccination required with no exceptions (booster not required)
• RTO limited to 5 days max with no more than 2 consecutive days, and no RTO on weekends
• No RTO permitted on, before, or after holidays; calling out on a holiday may result in contract cancellation
• Returning clinicians must undergo full recredentialing and orientation, even if the break in contract was less than 30 days
• First-time travelers not considered for this position
• Local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius of the facility

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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: 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.