Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Phoenix, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/28/2026
- Duration: 26 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) - Open Heart for a specialized Registered Nurse is based in a prominent children's hospital. The role involves collaborating with the healthcare team to provide exceptional nursing care tailored to pediatric patients with complex cardiac needs. The position offers opportunities to work across multiple campuses and in various intensive care settings, including NICU and PICU.
Job Details
- Position: RN - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Open Heart
- Location: Phoenix, AZ (Multiple campuses including Main, Arrowhead, Avondale, and East Valley)
- Shift Schedule: Rotating shifts, with hours totaling 12 per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Experience: 2 years experience as an RN in pediatric CVICU; experience at a hospital with a Level III or IV NICU strongly preferred; experience floating to NICU and PICU; childrens hospital experience preferred
- Education Requirements: Associate or bachelors degree in nursing
- Licensure: Current State of Arizona RN license or multistate privileges from another state, with ability to establish licensure in Arizona prior to start date
- Certifications: Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association; current PALS certification from the American Heart Association; NRP certification preferred
- Additional Information: This assignment may float between four campuses and requires flexibility for working days and nights. COVID-19 vaccination is recommended; flu vaccination from October through April is required, with exemptions handled per protocol. No float rotation required.
- Submission Requirements: Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate the ability to deliver evidence-based nursing and patient care in accordance with hospital standards and regulatory requirements.
Benefits
- The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1308426. 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: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Open Heart
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus