Travel Pediatric ICU Registered Nurse - $2,680 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty : PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care

Discipline : RN

Start Date : 11 / 10 / 2025

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 (PICU) position requiring a NJ or compact license and expertise with advanced pediatric critical care procedures.

Responsibilities Position based in a hospital Pediatric ICU with floating to adolescents, pediatrics, PHOC, and NICU units as needed

Typical nurse-to-patient ratios are 1 : 1-2 for PICU and 1 : 3 for intermediate care, with floating ratios assigned based on acuity

Patients include critically ill infants, children, and adolescents requiring specialized care such as CVP, CVVH, hemodynamic monitoring, and EKG interpretation

Shifts are 3x12 hour days, 7 : 00 to 19 : 30

Every other weekend and holiday work required, must be available for 2 of 3 major holidays

EPIC is the charting system utilized

Duties include providing specialized, comprehensive care to PICU patients, including advanced monitoring and intervention

Will join a multidisciplinary pediatric team with support from other critical care professionals

First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Must adhere to agreed schedule; additional time off requests are not accommodated after offer

Must complete required modules and training, including 4 hours of Epic training and up to 18 hours of additional pre-start modules

Return staff must have at least a 1-year break from previous employment with the health system before consideration

Local candidates are accepted at the same rate as travelers

Requirements Active NJ or Compact RN license required at time of application

Minimum of 2 years recent PICU experience required

Certifications required : ACLS, BLS, and PALS; NIHSS preferred

Skills required : CVP and CVVH, hemodynamic monitoring, EKG interpretation and management, PEWs, insulin administration and pumps, NG placement and management, IV (ports / a-lines / central lines / PICCs), procedural sedation, IV vasopressors, EVD and VP shunt management, ICP monitoring, HFNC, ETT, vents / trachs, trauma care, renal failure management, peritoneal dialysis, wound care

ECMO experience preferred

Experience working with Epic EMR preferred

Ability to float within skillset is mandatory

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-626246. 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.