PICU Travel Nurse: Elevate Pediatric Critical Care

Fusion Medical Staffing; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

PTO after 1560 hours

Life and short-term disability

401(k) matching

Refer-a-friend bonus

24/7 recruiter support

Licensure and CEUs reimbursement

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU for a 13-week assignment in Columbus, OH. The role requires a PICU background, 1 year of pediatric intensive care experience, an active RN license, and current BLS/PALS certifications.

You’ll work 12-hour nights, provide high-acuity pediatric care, and join a supportive clinical team in a facility in Columbus. Travel compensation includes competitive pay, benefits from day one, and licensure/CEU reimbursement.

Qualifications

• One year of recent experience as a PICU RN
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification
• PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certification

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures and treatments to pediatric patients and their families to ensure understanding, cooperation, and emotional support during critical situations
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved pediatric nursing techniques and protocols
• Prepare and operate advanced medical equipment, including ventilators, central line setups, and hemodynamic monitors, while assisting physicians during treatments and examinations
• Continuously observe and evaluate patient conditions, record significant findings, and promptly notify physicians of critical changes or adverse reactions to treatments
• Monitor and interpret vital signs and other clinical data to detect deviations from normal, initiating rapid interventions when necessary
• Respond to life-saving situations based upon pediatric nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols specific to intensive care
• Initiate a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient and family, as prescribed by a physician and/or hospital policy
• Document all relevant history and physical assessments for assigned patients accurately in medical records
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

Skills

One year PICU RN experience

Valid RN License

Current BLS

PALS or ENPC

Education

RN License (state regulated)

BLS Certification

PALS Certification

ACLS Certification

CCRN Certification

Job description

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU for a 13-week assignment in Columbus, OH. The role requires a PICU background, 1 year of pediatric intensive care experience, an active RN license, and current BLS/PALS certifications.

You’ll work 12-hour nights, provide high-acuity pediatric care, and join a supportive clinical team in a facility in Columbus. Travel compensation includes competitive pay, benefits from day one, and licensure/CEU reimbursement.