Travel Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool Nurse

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:
  
  10/26/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 26, 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 covering PICU, NICU, pediatric med-surg, pediatric PACU, pediatric ED boarders, and postpartum/mother-baby units
• Teaching hospital setting
• 1:2 patient ratio
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:00
• Scheduled for 36 or 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Block scheduling cannot be accommodated or guaranteed
• 13-week assignment length
• Must float within scope of practice per facility float policy
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active RN license (VA or Compact) required, pending license accepted
• Required certifications: BLS, NRP, ACLS, and PALS
• Infant-Driven Feeding Certificate required (may submit with certification pending)
• Minimum 2 years PICU experience required
• Must be comfortable with NICU, acute pediatrics, and pediatric ED patient care
• Previous travel experience required, or comparable NICU/PICU float pool experience considered
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• BSN preferred
• Pediatric PACU experience highly preferred
• Charge nurse experience preferred

• Provide critical care nursing across multiple pediatric units as part of a float pool team
• Specialty-specific modules completed during orientation, up to 16 non-billable hours
• Maximum of 40 hours of RTO approved per 13-week contract; 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 start date confirmation
• Previous UVA permanent staff or internal/external travelers require 1-year separation and leadership approval to return
• External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days at this facility
• First-time travelers may be considered if they have relevant NICU/PICU float pool experience
• No radius or mileage restriction applies to this position

American Traveler Job  #P-729994. 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 - 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.