American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Austin, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
- 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 Pool RN requiring 2 years of recent PICU, CVICU, or NICU experience and a TX or compact RN license.
Details
- Float pool position supporting Pediatric ICU, NICU, and CVICU units within a pediatric medical center
- Facility averages 24 beds per unit across a 300+ bed system
- Units staffed with charge nurses and PCTs for support
- May also float to support acute medical-surgical departments and the emergency room
- Uses Cerner EMR
- Night shift schedule from 18:45 to 07:15
- 13-week assignment length
Requirements
- Active TX or compact RN license required
- Current certifications in BLS, PALS, and ACLS required
- 2 years of recent pediatric ICU, CVICU, or NICU experience required
- Acute care or emergency room experience preferred
- TNCC certification preferred
- AHA certification required for BLS and ACLS
- Nursys license verification required within 30 days prior to start
- Must provide a US Social Security Number and US home address
Additional Information
- Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols
- Serve as a primary coordinator across disciplines to ensure well-coordinated patient care
- Implement and monitor patient care plans while assessing and coordinating discharge planning needs
- Navy blue scrub color required
- Radius rule applies, allowing local candidates at a reduced rate depending on distance from the facility
- Travelers are encouraged to discuss extension opportunities with their manager at least 45 days before assignment end date
American Traveler Job ID #P-784492. 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.