Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
Pediatric Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse (PICU RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Milwaukee, WI
Advance your nursing career as a Pediatric Cardiac ICU (PICU) Registered Nurse with a 13-week travel assignment in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (53226). This high-acuity, 24-bed Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) offers a dynamic environment for experienced travel nurses seeking top healthcare jobs in the Midwest. Enjoy Milwaukee's vibrant lakefront, diverse dining, and welcoming neighborhoods while making a difference in pediatric cardiac care. Apply now to join our healthcare team!
Travel Nurse Job Details
Estimated Weekly Salary Range : $2100-$2250
Assignment Length : 13 weeks
Start Date : October 6, 2025
Healthcare Setting : Pediatric Cardiac ICU (CICU), 24 beds
Nursing Shift : 12-hour nights (7 : 00 PM – 7 : 30 AM)
Hours per Week : 36 guaranteed (excluding orientation and holidays)
Weekend Requirement : Every other weekend
Holiday Rotation : Every other holiday
Float Requirement : May float to NICU and PICU as needed
Electronic Medical Record : Epic
PICU RN Qualifications
Active Wisconsin or Compact Registered Nurse license
Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Current American Heart Association BLS and PALS certifications (ACLS preferred)
Minimum 12-18 months of recent, high-acuity pediatric cardiac ICU nursing experience
Level I Trauma experience highly preferred
Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
Professional scrubs required (any color)
Pediatric Cardiac ICU Nurse Responsibilities
Provide expert clinical care to pediatric cardiac patients, including neonates, infants, and adult congenital heart patients
Coordinate and manage patient care in a high-acuity, fast-paced healthcare environment
Utilize advanced cardiac assessment and critical thinking skills for patients post-open heart surgery, heart transplant, and open chest procedures
Care for hemodynamically unstable patients and those with impending respiratory failure
Float to NICU and PICU as needed to support comprehensive patient care
Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes
Ready to take the next step in your travel nursing career? Apply today for this Pediatric Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse job in Milwaukee, WI, and join a leading healthcare team!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHR
With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Planet Healthcare Job ID #408723. 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 : PICU
About Planet Healthcare
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professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
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Nurse Picu Pediatric • Milwaukee, WI, United States