American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Austin, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Critical Care Float
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/06/2026
- 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: Dec 6, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Pediatric Critical Care Float RN requiring a TX or compact RN license and 2 years of recent PICU, CVICU, or NICU experience.
Details
- Critical Care Float Pool supporting Pediatric ICU, NICU, and CVICU units
- May also float to acute medical-surgical departments and the emergency room
- Pediatric hospital with 300+ beds, average unit size of 24 beds
- Units staffed with charge nurses and PCTs
- Uses Cerner EMR
- Night shift schedule from 18:45 to 07:15
- 13-week assignment
Requirements
- Active TX or compact RN license required
- Current BLS, PALS, and ACLS certifications required (AHA preferred)
- Minimum 2 years recent experience in Pediatric ICU, CVICU, or NICU required
- Acute care or emergency room experience preferred
- TNCC certification preferred
- Nursys license verification required within 30 days prior to start
Additional Information
- Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols
- Serve as a primary coordinator across disciplines for well-coordinated patient care
- Carry out physician and nursing orders and monitor patient condition
- Assess and coordinate discharge planning needs with the healthcare team
- Navy blue scrub color required
- Radius rule applies, allowing local candidates at a reduced rate depending on distance from facility
- First-time travelers may be considered
American Traveler Job ID #P-784496. 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 - Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU
About American Traveler
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.