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 Charlottesville, Virginia.

• Specialty:
  PICU
  - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  52 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 52 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Pediatric ICU position requiring a VA or compact RN license and PALS certification.

• Work in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) of a hospital setting
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:00)
• 36 or 48 hour work weeks over a 52-week assignment
• Required to work 3 weekends per six-week schedule
• Every other holiday required, must work 2 of the 3 winter holidays
• May be required to float to NICU and Acute Care Pediatrics based on staffing needs
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active VA or compact RN license required (pending license accepted)
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Peds cardiac experience a plus
• BSN preferred
• Experience with critical care skills including ventilator management, arterial line management, hemodynamic monitoring, and pediatric dosage calculations
• Two professional references required

• Care for critically ill pediatric patients requiring advanced respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, and neurologic interventions
• Responsibilities may include ventilator management, CRRT, EVD care, and administration of emergency medications
• Maximum 40 hours of requested time off per contract, with no time off approved during the first two weeks
• Previous UVA permanent staff or internal/external travelers must disclose employment history; 1-year separation and leadership approval required for rehire
• External travelers may not exceed 365 total assignment days with the facility
• No radius restriction applies to this unit
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-774377. 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.