American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/23/2026
- 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 23, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring PALS certification, 2+ years of PICU experience, and a VA or compact RN license.
Details
- 13-week night shift assignment in the Pediatric ICU
- Night shift (3x12 hours), 19:00-07:00, on a 36 or 48 hour schedule
- 1:2 patient ratio
- May be required to float to NICU and Acute Care Pediatrics based on staffing needs
- Must work 2 of the 3 winter holidays
- 3 weekends required per six-week schedule
- Epic EMR experience required
Requirements
- Active VA or compact RN license (pending license accepted)
- BLS and PALS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
- Epic charting system experience required
- Trauma Level I experience preferred
- BSN preferred
- Peds cardiac experience a plus
- Two professional references required for consideration
Additional Information
- Care for critically ill pediatric patients including respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, neurologic, and gastrointestinal support needs
- Skills may include ventilator management, arterial line management, CRRT, ICP monitoring, and management of dysrhythmias
- Up to 40 hours of RTO may be approved per 13-week contract, with no additional time off approved after offer acceptance
- Time off cannot be approved during the first 2 weeks of the contract
- Must float within scope of practice as needed based on facility staffing requirements
- Previous UVA Health permanent staff or travelers must have a 1-year separation and leadership approval before returning
- External travelers may not exceed 365 total assignment days
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
American Traveler Job ID #P-756474. 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.