Travel Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool RN - $2,256 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Charlottesville, Virginia.

• Specialty:
  Critical Care Float
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/31/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool position requiring PICU experience and a VA or compact RN license.

• Float pool position within a teaching hospital, covering PICU, NICU, pediatric med-surg, pediatric PACU, pediatric ED boarders, and postpartum/mother-baby units
• Cares for pediatric and neonatal critical care patients
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Day shift schedule (3x12 hours, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM)
• Works 36 or 48 hours per week with block scheduling not guaranteed
• 13-week assignment length
• Requires working every other weekend and every other holiday
• Floating required within scope of practice across various pediatric units
• Uses Epic EMR system

• Active RN license (VA or Compact) required, pending accepted if in hand by the Wednesday before start date
• Required certifications: BLS, NRP, ACLS, and PALS
• Dr. Brown's Infant-Driven Feeding Certificate required (may submit with certification pending)
• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
• Must be comfortable working in NICU, acute pediatrics, and pediatric ED settings
• Prior float pool travel experience required, though PICU/NICU float pool experience will also be considered
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• BSN preferred
• Pediatric PACU experience highly preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred

• Provide critical care nursing across multiple pediatric specialty units as part of a float pool team
• Specialty-specific modules completed during orientation
• Maximum of 40 hours RTO approved per 13-week contract, with no additional RTO approved after offer acceptance
• No RTO can be approved during the first 2 weeks of the assignment
• Any vacation time between sign date and start date must be disclosed prior to scheduling
• Previous UVA permanent staff or internal/external travelers require a 1-year separation and leadership approval before returning
• External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days and are not eligible to return after reaching this limit
• First-time travelers may be considered if they have prior NICU/PICU float pool experience

American Traveler Job  #P-729995. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Pediatrics Float Pool

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.