PICU | RN | 26-Week Travel Contract – Phoenix, AZ

GHR Healthcare; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 112,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Matching

Healthcare

Dental and Vision

Job summary

GHR Healthcare seeks a travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) RN to join our float pool in Phoenix, AZ. The assignment involves care across PICU, CVICU, and NICU settings with 12-hour shifts and a rotating schedule.

Enjoy a 26-week contract with competitive weekly pay and opportunities to work across pediatric critical care locations. Requirements include at least 2 years of pediatric critical care experience, ADN/BSN or nursing diploma, AZ RN license (or eligibility), and current AHA BLS,

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of pediatric critical care RN experience.
• Current RN license in good standing and eligible for AZ licensure.
• Current BLS, PALS, and NRP certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based nursing care in PICU/CVICU/NICU settings.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and families to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Monitor patient status and communicate changes to care team.
• Ensure adherence to nursing standards, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Pediatric critical care

RN licensure

Float between units

Education

ADN/BSN or nursing diploma

Tools

AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers

AHA PALS

AHA NRP

Job description

PICU | RN | 26-Week Travel Contract – Phoenix, AZ

Travel PICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Pediatric Critical Care | Phoenix, Arizona

Bring your pediatric critical care nursing experience to a travel RN assignment in Phoenix, Arizona. Work with an interdisciplinary healthcare team and patients’ families to provide evidence-based care for children with complex needs. This critical care float pool position may include assignments in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU), and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Enjoy Phoenix’s sunshine, Sonoran Desert scenery, outdoor recreation, and city amenities while on assignment.

• Location: Phoenix, Arizona
• Position: Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse (RN)
• Assignment Dates: September 28, 2026 – March 29, 2027
• Duration: Approximately 26 weeks
• Schedule: 36 hours per week; three 12-hour shifts per week
• Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts; days (7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.) or nights (7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.), determined during the interview
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,470–$2,600
• Float Expectations: May float among pediatric critical care areas, including PICU, CVICU, and NICU, as well as multiple care locations in the Phoenix area

Travel RN Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of registered nursing experience in pediatric critical care
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or nursing diploma
• Current Arizona RN license, compact-state multistate RN privileges, or eligibility to obtain Arizona licensure before the start date
• Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers
• Current American Heart Association PALS certification
• Current Advanced NRP certification
• Level III or IV NICU experience and children’s hospital experience preferred
• Ability to adapt to floating between pediatric critical care units and locations

Pediatric Critical Care RN Responsibilities

• Deliver professional, evidence-based nursing care aligned with each patient’s age, condition, and plan of care
• Collaborate with the healthcare team, patients, and families to support patient health and continuity of care
• Provide nursing care in pediatric critical care settings, including PICU, CVICU, and NICU, as assigned
• Monitor patient status, communicate clinical changes, and contribute to coordinated care planning
• Follow applicable nursing practice standards, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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.

GHR Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.