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 Anchorage, Alaska.

• Specialty:
  PICU
  - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/19/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a PICU position requiring 2 years of experience, an active AK RN license, and BLS/PALS certification.

• PICU setting within an acute care Magnet hospital
• Pediatric floor ratios are 1:4; PICU ratios are 1:2, with ventilated patients typically 1:1
• Support staff includes CNAs and a med clerk; charge nurse typically carries no patient assignments
• Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 AM to 7:00 PM)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within scope to NICU and Peds units
• Block scheduling accommodated
• Cerner charting system used, with EPIC experience preferred

• Active AK RN license required prior to start; compact license accepted at time of submittal
• Minimum 2 years of PICU nursing experience required
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• NRP certification copy required for consideration
• Experience with ventilator management, central line care, and pediatric dosage calculations preferred
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, and administration of blood products preferred
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level II experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Full 7-year work history with all employment gaps explained
• Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required

• Provide direct patient care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU, including ventilator and hemodynamic monitoring management
• Must be culturally sensitive to the Native population served
• Navy scrub color required
• Onsite orientation includes billable training modules averaging 4-5 hours, completed via Health Stream
• Annual completion of training modules required
• COVID vaccination acknowledgment required prior to consideration
• Must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates not accepted
• Previous travelers must have a 2-year gap before returning to this facility
• No changes to contract terms (including RTO, start date, shifts) accepted once signed
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-764749. 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.