Job Description

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Newark, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position in New Jersey, requiring BLS and PALS with a minimum of two years PICU critical care experience.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Work in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) of a hospital setting
• Patient population includes critically ill pediatric patients, with potential cardiac cases
• 19-bed PICU unit with a typical patient ratio of 1:2 or higher
• Required to float to Pediatrics and NICU as needed, with possible floating to other units based on skill set
• Day shift schedule, three 12-hour shifts per week from 7:00 to 19:30, with every other weekend required
• Use of Medtronic pacemakers, telemetry monitoring, ventilators, BIPAP, CPAP, high flow nasal cannulas, and tracheostomy care
• EMR is Epic, with experience required
• Provide specialized and critical care to pediatric patients in the ICU
• May care for patients on advanced respiratory support or with congenital heart conditions
• Must wear navy blue scrubs while on assignment
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• All schedule and RTO requests must be confirmed prior to consideration

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active NJ or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required, with NRP preferred
• Two or more years of recent PICU critical care nursing experience required
• At least one year of recent pediatric cardiac experience is strongly preferred
• Experience with Medtronic pacemakers, telemetry monitoring, ventilators, BIPAP/CPAP, high flow, and trach care is required
• Epic charting experience required
• First time travelers are not accepted
• Returning employees must have been away from the health system for a minimum of one year

\n Benefits\n

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

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American Traveler Job ID #P-653225. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Local area, Shift work, Weekend work, Day shift,

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