Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU
- Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

• Specialty:
  PICU
  - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  01/11/2027
• 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:
  
  Jan 11, 2027
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

American Traveler is hiring an experienced PICU RN for a night shift assignment at a Level I Trauma children's teaching hospital, requiring CRRT/ECMO experience and NM or compact RN licensure.

• PICU setting within a Level I Trauma, teaching children's hospital
• 1:2 patient ratio
• Night shift (3x12 hours), 19:00-7:30, with rotating shift potential during contract
• Weekend requirement of 5 night shifts per schedule (Friday, Saturday, Sunday nights considered weekends)
• Float to NICU required; may float to Peds ED for admitted patient assignments holding in the ED
• Cross-training to PED assignment optional
• No on-call requirement
• Cerner charting system
• Patient population includes respiratory distress/failure, renal failure, trauma, CRRT, ECMO, heme/onc, multisystem organ failure, and suicide attempts
• Must be willing to care for up to two intubated patients when needed

• Active NM or compact RN license required, pending license accepted
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 1.5 years of recent PICU experience (within the last 2 years)
• Level I Trauma hospital experience required
• CRRT and ECMO procedure experience required
• Ventilator management experience required
• Working knowledge of inotropic drips required
• Flu vaccine required
• COVID vaccine optional but documentation of vaccination status or declination required

• Care for critically ill pediatric patients with complex diagnoses including respiratory, renal, and multisystem conditions
• Provide respiratory care including ETT/NT suctioning, tracheostomy care, HFNC, and assisting with intubation
• Manage central lines, arterial lines, and administer blood products as needed
• Administer emergency medications including vasopressors, antiarrhythmics, and continuous sedation
• Scrub color is black, not provided by facility
• No parking fee at facility
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates not accepted within 100-mile radius
• Returning staff require 12-month separation before reapplying
• Requests for RTO greater than 7 days require approval
• Block schedules not guaranteed

American Traveler Job  #P-776852. 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

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.