Travel Pediatric ICU RN

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:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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 16, 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 an active MO or compact RN license.

• Work in a General Pediatric ICU setting within a teaching hospital
• Patient ratio of 1:2-3
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30
• Blocked schedules available (Fri/Sat/Sun or Sat/Sun/Mon)
• Cerner charting system preferred but not required
• 36 or 48 hour contracts available
• Mandatory floating required, including float assignments as a Patient Observer (sitter) anywhere in the organization
• On-call, weekend, and holiday work required as assigned

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

• Provide direct nursing care to pediatric ICU patients including those requiring ventilatory and hemodynamic support
• Facility operates 24/7, 365 days a year, requiring flexibility for rotating shifts, holidays, and inclement weather coverage
• Required to work at least 50 percent of holidays occurring during the contract
• Routine contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Maximum RTO of 10 days, with none allowed during the first week due to orientation
• Local candidates residing within 50 miles are not eligible to apply, those residing 51-74 miles may be offered a local rate
• Travelers can work up to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts (up to 9 months), followed by a mandatory 6-month break before returning in an agency capacity

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.