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 Columbia, Missouri.

• Specialty:
  PICU
  - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Pediatric ICU position requiring 2+ years of PICU experience and a MO or compact RN license.

• Work in the Pediatric ICU (PICU) within a teaching hospital setting
• General pediatric critical care patient population with a 1:2-3 patient ratio
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
• Blocked schedule options available (Fri/Sat/Sun or Sat/Sun/Mon)
• Schedule will flex to meet unit needs
• Mandatory floating required, including to PCU or MS units as needed, with Pediatrics staff floating anywhere in the organization as Patient Observers (sitters)
• Cerner charting system preferred

• Active MO or Compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
• TNCC certification appreciated but not required
• Trauma Level I and teaching hospital experience preferred
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, arterial and central line management, PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Experience with ventilator management, intubation, BiPAP/CPAP, tracheostomy care, and ABG interpretation
• Experience with pediatric dosage calculations, antiarrhythmics, and IV vasopressors
• Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and on-unit telemetry monitoring
• Ability to ambulate, reach, and move objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs

• Provide critical care nursing to pediatric patients in a 24/7 healthcare facility
• Routine contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses
• Required to work assigned weekends, take call, and work at least 50% of holidays occurring during the contract
• Rotating shifts and work during inclement weather may be required
• Local candidates residing within 50 miles are not eligible, those residing 51-74 miles away may be offered the local rate
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Maximum RTO of 10 days, with none allowed in the first week due to orientation
• Re-orientation not required if returning within 18 months of a prior assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-768342. 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.