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Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $2,879 per week

American Traveler

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 12 days ago
  • $2,879 Per Week

Highlights

American Traveler is hiring a PICU RN for a 13-week acute care assignment requiring AK RN licensure, PALS certification, and at least 2 years of PICU experience. 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAnchorage, AK

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Anchorage, Alaska.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/16/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring a PICU RN for a 13-week acute care assignment requiring AK RN licensure, PALS certification, and at least 2 years of PICU experience.

Details

  • PICU and Pediatric floor unit within an acute care, Magnet-designated hospital
  • PICU patient ratio of 1:2, with ventilated patients typically 1:1 due to unit layout
  • Pediatric floor ratio of 1:4
  • Support staff includes CNAs and a med clerk; charge nurse typically does not carry a patient assignment
  • Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Every other weekend required
  • Floating required within scope to NICU and Peds units as needed
  • No on-call requirements
  • Unit accommodates block scheduling
  • Cerner charting system used, with EPIC experience preferred
  • Travelers may be paired with orientees needing PICU training, which may occasionally affect assignment

Requirements

  • Active AK RN license required; compact license accepted at submittal but AK license must be in hand prior to start
  • Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
  • BLS and PALS certifications required
  • NRP certification copy required with submission for consideration
  • Experience with ventilator management, central line care, and pediatric dosage calculations
  • Experience with hemodynamic monitoring and dysrhythmia management preferred
  • Teaching hospital and Trauma Level II experience preferred
  • Previous charge nurse experience preferred
  • Must be culturally sensitive to the Native population

Additional Information

  • Provide direct patient care in both PICU and Pediatric step-down settings
  • Navy scrub color required for most units; L&D/OR scrubs provided
  • Parking available at no cost near the facility
  • COVID vaccination acknowledgment required at time of submission
  • Billable orientation and annual training modules (4-5 hours) completed onsite and tracked via HealthStream
  • First-time travelers are welcome to apply
  • Local candidates not accepted; must live at least 100 miles from the facility
  • Former staff must have a 2-year separation before returning as a traveler
  • No changes to RTO, start dates, shifts, or other contract terms permitted once signed

American Traveler Job ID #P-764749. 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.

 

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