Highlights

American Traveler is hiring an experienced PICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment at a Level 1 trauma center, requiring PALS certification and prior PICU experience. Minimum 1 year of RN experience required; 2 years of PICU experience preferred, with Intermediate-level consideration for candidates with less experience.

Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/12/2026
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: Oct 12, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced PICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment at a Level 1 trauma center, requiring PALS certification and prior PICU experience.

Details

Level 1 trauma acute care setting in a 16-bed ICU and 16-bed Intermediate unit
Pediatric ICU serving Medical/Surgical/Neuro and CV ICU patients with all diagnoses combined
Nurse to patient ratios of 1:1 to 1:2
12-hour night shifts (7p-7:30a)
Every other weekend required (Fri/Sat nights or Sat/Sun days)
May work 1 significant and 1 insignificant holiday depending on assignment dates
Floating to PICU and lower levels of care required on a rotating basis; NICU floating is optional; full teams float together
No call or standby requirements
Free charge RN and house supervisor on every shift
Intensivists, APPs, and Residents in-house 24/7
Dedicated PCT support for the unit
24/7 monitor tech support with bedside Phillips monitors
Uses Avia and Servo U ventilators as well as home vents (Trilogy and LTV)
Uses EPIC EMR

Requirements

Active IL RN license required, or proof that the application process has been initiated
BLS (AHA) and PALS (AHA) certifications required
Minimum 1 year of RN experience required; 2 years of PICU experience preferred, with Intermediate-level consideration for candidates with less experience
Must be able to recognize cardiac rhythm changes and understand associated interventions
Must pass a negative drug screen for all panels as part of a drug-free campus policy

Additional Information

Provide direct pediatric ICU nursing care across a range of diagnoses including medical, surgical, neuro, and cardiovascular cases
Unit-specific orientation consists of 3-4 twelve-hour shifts
No scrub color or dress code restrictions, though attire should be child-friendly
COVID vaccination is not required
Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are eligible for a local pay rate
First-time travelers may be considered for this role

American Traveler Job ID #P-759583. 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.