American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Columbia, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/09/2026
- 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 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Pediatric ICU position requiring 2 years of PICU experience, PALS and BLS certification, and a MO or compact RN license.
Details
- General Pediatric ICU setting within a teaching hospital
- Patient ratio of 1:2-3
- Night shift, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:30)
- Blocked schedule options available (Fri/Sat/Sun or Sat/Sun/Mon)
- Cerner charting system preferred
- Mandatory floating required, including as a Patient Observer (sitter) to other units within the organization
- 36 or 48 hour contracts available
Requirements
- Active MO or Compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
- BLS and PALS certifications required
- TNCC certification appreciated but not required
- Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
- Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
- Previous charge experience preferred
- Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, and administration of blood/blood products
- Skilled in arterial line management, central line care, and PICC line management
- Experience with pediatric dosage calculations and administration of emergency medications/antiarrhythmics/IV vasopressors
- Respiratory skills including ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, ABG interpretation, and tracheostomy care
- Experience with interpretation and management of dysrhythmias and telemetry monitoring
- Ability to ambulate, reach, and move objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs
Additional Information
- Provide direct nursing care to pediatric patients in a general PICU setting
- Participate in care of ventilated and acutely ill pediatric patients requiring advanced respiratory and cardiovascular monitoring
- Facility operates 24/7/365, requiring flexibility for rotating shifts, call, and inclement weather coverage
- Holiday coverage required for at least 50% of holidays occurring during the contract
- Weekend work required as assigned
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Local candidates accepted; those residing 51-75 miles away may be offered a reduced local rate, while those within 50 miles are not eligible
- Maximum RTO of 10 days, with none permitted during the first week due to orientation
- Re-orientation not required for returning travelers within 18 months
American Traveler Job ID #P-768343. 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
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.