American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Charleston, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring a SC or compact RN license and 2 years of PICU experience.

Responsibilities

• Position is in a 28-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit serving patients ages 0-18
• Mixed acuity unit with both ICU and stepdown pediatric patients
• Common patient needs include respiratory compromise, trauma, post-operative surgical care, and neuro/neurosurgery cases
• Patient ratios range from 1:1, 1:2, to 1:3 depending on acuity
• Care includes ventilatory and cardiac support, ECMO, CRRT, dialysis, and palliative care services
• Uses Epic EMR system
• Three 12-hour rotating shifts per week, primarily days (7a-7:30p) with one month of nights (7p-7:30a)
• Weekend requirement is 4 weekend shifts per schedule for days and up to 5 for nights, including Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
• Floating within scope may be required based on unit needs
• No on-call requirement
• Role involves delivering intensive and intermediate nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients with complex needs
• Team includes RNs, patient care technicians, unit secretaries, respiratory therapists, dietitians, and pharmacists
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Block scheduling requests require manager approval and are not guaranteed
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted when applying and will be approved based on unit needs
• Holiday coverage is required if assignment covers holiday periods
• Local candidates (within 60 miles) may be accepted on a case-by-case basis with a pay adjustment
• Candidates must not have been a permanent or PRN employee of the system within the past year
• Modules must be completed prior to start as part of onboarding
• Parking requires a permit and hang tag with a registration fee
• During hurricane season (June to November), staff may be assigned to emergency response teams

Requirements

• Active SC or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of recent PICU RN experience required
• Current BLS and PALS certifications from the American Heart Association required
• Epic EMR experience is preferred
• Drivers license and social security card required for consideration

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-648299. 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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