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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring a CT or compact RN license, with PALS and BLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) of a large, Level I Trauma Center
• Patient ratios average 1:2 in the PICU
• Care for critically ill pediatric patients, including cardiac cases
• Day (7:00–19:00) and night (19:00–7:00) shifts available, 3x12-hour shifts per week
• Weekend work required every other weekend
• No on-call shifts required
• Must float to other pediatric units within the children's hospital as needed, including Pediatric ED, NNICU, inpatient, and psych units, performing duties within scope of practice
• Epic is used for charting
• Responsible for providing comprehensive care to critically ill pediatric patients, including those requiring advanced cardiac support
• Expected to connect with the Charge RN for orientation when floating to new units
• Pre-start modules must be completed prior to starting, with annual training as required
• Return staff candidates must have been away for at least 2 years to be considered
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Requests for time off greater than 7 days require approval
• Candidates must live at least 75 miles away from the facility to be considered for this travel role
• Professional attire is required; specific scrub guidelines will be communicated upon onboarding

Requirements

• Active CT or compact RN license required (pending license accepted if obtained prior to start)
• Minimum 3 years of PICU nursing experience required; 1.5 years accepted with Level I or travel experience
• Current PALS and BLS certifications required
• Experience in cardiac critical care required
• CRRT and ECMO experience and certification preferred
• Trauma Center experience at a large facility required
• Must provide at least 1 professional reference
• Flu vaccine required without exceptions; COVID-19 vaccine and booster required unless granted religious or medical exemption
• No previous permanent employment within the last 2 years at the facility

Benefits

• 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

American Traveler Job ID #P-651812. 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

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