Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit - $3,036 per week in Newark, NJ

Registered Nurse (RN) | Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Location: Newark, NJ
Agency: Revolution Healthcare Services
Pay: $3,036 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 10/19/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified PICU RN in Newark, New Jersey, 07112!

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Start Date: October 19, 2026

Location: Newark, New Jersey

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour shifts with every other weekend requirement. Must work or provide on-call coverage for 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's). Patient ratios of 1:2+. Float assignments to Pediatrics and NICU as needed within scope of practice.

Highlights:

• 19-bed Pediatric Cardiac ICU serving infants, children, and adolescents with complex cardiac conditions
• Epic charting system required; experience must be documented
• Work in New Jersey's premier pediatric facility with 30+ subspecialties including the state's only Cardiac ICU
• ECMO, ventricular assist device (VAD) support, and nitric oxide therapy available for advanced cardiac care
• Comprehensive support services including respiratory therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, and interpretation services
• Part of the largest healthcare system in New Jersey with robust resources and professional development opportunities

Requirements:

• Active New Jersey or Compact RN license required at time of submission
• Minimum 2 years of PICU critical care experience with at least 1 year of pediatric cardiac experience (hard requirement)
• BLS and PALS certification required; NRP preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers will not be considered
• Competency in congenital heart disease care including ASD, VSD, AV Canal Defect, TOF, valve replacements, Glenn and Fontan procedures, cardiac transplant, and post-cardiac surgery management
• Experience with hemodynamic monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, ventilator management, VAD support, and specialty PICU equipment including Medtronic pacemakers
• Skills in IV therapy, central line care, respiratory management (BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, tracheostomy care), medication administration (vasopressors, antiarrhythmics, anti-seizure medications), and pediatric dosage calculations using the Broselow system
• Ability to float within skillset to Pediatrics and NICU as assigned

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Join the team at New Jersey's leading children's hospital, home to the state's largest Pediatric Critical Care Center and only Cardiac ICU. This facility provides life-saving care for children with the most complex cardiac conditions, offering cutting-edge therapies including ECMO and VAD support. You'll work alongside dedicated pediatric specialists in a Level IV Regional Perinatal Center, making a profound difference in the lives of children and families throughout the region.

Additional Information:

• Former employees of this health system must be separated for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Requested time off (7 days or less) must be confirmed prior to submission
• Approximately 18 hours of non-billable modules required, including Epic training and facility-specific competencies
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2-week period based on census
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers

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About Revolution Healthcare Services

At Revolution Healthcare Services, we are dedicated to fostering a personal connection and building relationships with each candidate. We recognize that everyone's situation is unique. Guided by the principle of treating others as we would like to be treated, we aim to represent our partners with the highest level of respect and professionalism. Our mission is to empower healthcare professionals by connecting them with Travel, Permanent, local contract, and PRN opportunities across the United States that align with their career goals. We are here to support you at every step of your journey.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ICU
• PICU
• RN – Pediatric ICU (PICU) Assessment

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