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 Seattle, Washington.

• 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 PICU RN for a night shift position requiring 2 years of pediatric critical care experience and PALS certification.

• Work in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
• Pediatric critical care patient population including ENT, general surgery, ortho, and pre/post-op cases
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-7:30)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required to NICU or other units within skill set
• Epic EMR experience preferred

• Active WA or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• NRP and CRRT certifications preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Experience with breathing treatments, chest tube setup/care, CPAP/BiPAP, high frequency vents, oscillators, procedural sedation, and RSI drugs
• Experience with trach care and ventilator management
• Experience administering blood and blood products
• Experience with CVP monitoring and obtaining 12 lead EKGs
• Experience with drains, epidural pumps, PCA pumps, PICC/central lines, port-a-cath/vascular access, syringe pumps, traction/halo/pin care, triple lumen catheters, and wound vac
• 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty/setting required
• Full SSN and DOB required for consideration

• Provide critical care nursing to pediatric patients requiring specialized respiratory, cardiovascular, and procedural support
• First-time travelers accepted provided they meet experience requirements
• Orientation provided for floating assignments
• Must commit to working 3 of 5 holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• RTO requests should be submitted upfront, with limited flexibility for additional time off after offer
• Former Providence permanent staff may return as travelers after a 3-month separation period, provided they reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility
• Candidates residing within 50 miles may be accepted at a lower bill rate
• Travelers may be expected to float between sister facilities near the contracted location

American Traveler Job  #P-766416. 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.