Travel PICU Registered Nurse - $2,806 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: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU (PICU) position requiring CVVH experience, ACLS/BLS/PALS certifications, and a minimum of 1.5 years of experience.

Details

• Works in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) within a hospital setting
• Patient ratios are 1:1–2 for intensive care and 1:3 for intermediate care
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
• Every other weekend and applicable holidays required
• May float to adolescents, pediatrics, PHOC, and NICU as needed; ratios vary based on acuity
• Charting is done in Epic (experience required)
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate

Requirements

• Active NJ or Compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS; NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 1.5 years of PICU or relevant RN experience required
• CVVH (continuous venovenous hemofiltration) experience required
• Patient transport experience highly preferred
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• Two current professional references required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Any schedule accommodations or time-off requests must be submitted and approved prior to an offer being extended
• Former RWJBH staff (full-time or PRN) must have been separated from the RWJBH health system for a minimum of 1 year before being eligible for a travel assignment
• Peds-friendly top and navy blue scrub bottoms required

American Traveler Job ID #P-731302. 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.