Travel PICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU
- Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Knoxville, Tennessee.

• Specialty:
  PICU
  - Pediatric Intensive Care
• 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 seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring PALS/BLS certification and prior PICU experience with a TN or compact license.

• Work in a 14-bed PICU with 11 private rooms and one semi-private area of 3 beds
• Patient population ranges from infants to 21 years old
• Common diagnoses include DKA, respiratory failure, respiratory distress, pneumonia, status asthmaticus, trauma, sepsis, ingestion, seizures, altered mental status, post-arrest, and post-surgical cases
• Bedside procedures include central line or arterial line placement, chest tube placement, bronchoscopy, and EVD/bolt placement
• Equipment used includes Philips monitors, Servo ventilators, Alaris IV pumps, and Kangaroo feeding pumps
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours),
• Every other weekend (EOW) required
• Floating to other units required as needed

• Active TN or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and PALS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers will not be considered
• Two professional references required for consideration
• Skilled in respiratory care including ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and airway care
• Experience with IV therapy, central line care, and PICC line management preferred
• Experience with neurologic care including EVD and ICP monitoring preferred
• Experience with hemodynamic monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation preferred

• Provide critical care nursing to pediatric patients with complex and acute conditions
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team in a high-acuity PICU setting
• Travelers who have oriented at this facility within the past year are not required to reorient
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• RTO must be disclosed prior to consideration
• License history must be disclosed prior to consideration, with possible flexibility given explanation

American Traveler Job  #P-758380. 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.