Job Description

Job Description

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, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring a CT or compact license, with Level I trauma experience and specialized pediatric critical care skills.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Work in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) of a large acute care hospital
• Patient population includes critically ill pediatric patients, including cardiac cases
• Average nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2
• Night shifts, 3x12 hours (19:00 to 07:00)
• Required to work every other weekend
• Floating required to other pediatric units within scope, including Pediatric ED, NNICU, inpatient departments, and psychiatric units
• Epic EMR is used; experience preferred but not required
• Responsible for the care and monitoring of critically ill pediatric patients, including participation in advanced therapies such as CRRT and ECMO where qualified
• Travelers are expected to float to various pediatric units and must adapt to different care environments within the children’s hospital
• Connect with charge nurse for orientation when floating to unfamiliar units
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Facility is a Level I Trauma and Academic Medical Center
• Up to 7 days of requested time off may be approved without additional approval; requests longer than 7 days require approval
• Employees must reside at least 75 miles from the facility
• Previously employed staff must meet rehire criteria for consideration

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active CT or compact state RN license (pending license accepted with application prior to consideration)
• Minimum 3 years of recent PICU RN experience in a large trauma center required
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required
• Experience in cardiac critical care is required
• Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) and ECMO certification preferred
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required unless exempt for religious or medical reasons
• No prior disciplinary action on nursing license accepted
• Prior permanent staff must have been gone at least 2 years to be considered

\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-653204. 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, Permanent employment, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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