Job Description

Job Description

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

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, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU (PICU) night shift position requiring a WA or compact RN license, BLS, and PALS certification.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Work in a Pediatric ICU within an 82-bed Level 2 Trauma Center featuring 16 beds that are interchangeable between MedSurg and PICU
• Patient population includes respiratory, medical, chronically ill, oncology, trauma, and surgical pediatric cases
• Use of Epic EMR, experience preferred
• Assignment is 12-hour night shifts with 36 hours per week
• Floating may occur to MedSurg, NICU (low acuity), or as helping hands in the ED
• On-call only if experiencing low census, with a 1-hour response time
• Required to work 1-2 holidays during the assignment
• Care for pediatric patients with a variety of complex medical and surgical needs, including trauma, oncology, and respiratory cases
• No solid organ transplant, major burns, or stem cell transplant cases included in assignment
• ECMO management handled by ECMO specialists
• Team environment with opportunities to float to other units as needed
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Scrub attire can be any color except hooded shirts; long sleeves must be able to be pulled above the elbow; Friday is spirit day during football season with appropriate team attire allowed

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active WA or compact RN license required for consideration
• Minimum of 2 years recent PICU experience required
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required
• Ability to pass Traveler Telemetry Competency
• Strong assessment skills, critical thinking, and time management skills required
• Proficiency with aseptic and sterile techniques, ventilator and trach management, suctioning, tube management, chest tubes, epidurals, PCAs, drip and Foley management, discharge procedures
• CRRT experience with Prismax is preferred
• Epic EMR experience is preferred

\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-652842. 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, Shift work, Night shift,

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