PICU | RN

PICU Registered Nurse Travel Jobs Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Lubbock, Texas
Advance your nursing career with a travel PICU RN assignment in Lubbock, Texas! Join a top-ranked children’s hospital and provide expert care to critically ill pediatric patients in a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center. Experience the welcoming community of Lubbock (79410), known for its vibrant arts scene, friendly residents, and beautiful West Texas sunsets. Explore Texas nursing jobs and make a difference in pediatric healthcare.
PICU RN Job Details

• Location:
  
  Lubbock, TX 79410
• Healthcare Setting:
  Children’s Hospital / Level II Pediatric Trauma Center
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Start: 11/17/2025 End: 2/16/2026)
• Nursing Shift: Night shifts, 3×12-hour (19:00 07:00)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2010 – $2160
• Patient Ratios: 1:23
• Scrub Color:
  Navy
• Parking:
  Free in any unrestricted space; bike racks available

PICU Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Compact license accepted; must be in hand at submission)
• Minimum 1 year of recent Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• Experience with Epic EMR charting system
• Clinical proficiency in:
  BiPAP/CPAP, ventilator management, central/implanted line care, continuous sedation, ECMO (preferred), ICP monitoring, ABG interpretation, dysrhythmia management, IV vasopressors, post-cardiac surgery care, suctioning (ETT, NT), and isolation precautions
• Ability to float between units and nearby sister facilities
• Two supervisory references covering at least one year within the last three years
• Willingness to work variable weekends and commit to at least 3 of 5 major holidays during the assignment

PICU RN Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, compassionate nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU
• Monitor and manage patients requiring advanced respiratory and cardiac support
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and manage sedation as ordered
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Document patient care accurately using Epic EMR system
• Maintain strict adherence to infection control and isolation protocols
• Float to other units or nearby facilities as needed to support patient care
• Participate in required orientation and complete pre-start/annual training modules

Ready to take your nursing career to the next level? Apply now for this PICU Registered Nurse travel job in Lubbock, Texas, and join a dedicated healthcare team making a difference for children and their families!

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