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
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 52 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Pediatric ICU RN for a 52-week assignment requiring BLS, PALS, and 2+ years of PICU experience with a VA or compact RN license.

• Work in the Pediatric ICU of a hospital setting
• Pediatric critical care patient population including cardiac and ventilated patients
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Epic EMR experience required
• Rotating 4x12-hour day (7:00-19:00) and night (19:00-7:00) shifts on a 36 or 48 hour schedule
• 3 weekends required per six-week schedule
• Every other holiday required, including 2 of 3 winter holidays
• May float to NICU and Acute Care Pediatrics based on staffing needs

• Active VA or compact RN license (pending license accepted)
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PICU nursing experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Peds cardiac experience a plus
• BSN preferred
• Skilled in ventilator management, ETT/NT suctioning, tracheostomy care, and arterial blood gas interpretation
• Experience with IV therapy, central line care, arterial line management, and blood product administration
• Proficiency with emergency medications, IV vasopressors, and pediatric dosage calculations
• Experience with CVP monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and hemodynamic monitoring
• Experience with EVD, ICP monitoring, and VP shunt care
• Experience with urinary catheter insertion and management
• Two professional references required

• Provide critical care nursing to pediatric patients including those requiring respiratory, cardiac, renal, and neurologic support
• Must float within scope of practice as needed based on facility staffing requirements
• Maximum of 40 hours RTO approved per contract, with no time off approved during the first 2 weeks
• Any planned vacation between sign date and start date must be disclosed to coordinate an appropriate start date
• Previous UVA Health permanent staff or traveler employment requires a 1-year separation and leadership approval before returning
• External travelers may not exceed 365 total assignment days with the facility
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-774380. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.