Travel Pediatric ICU Registered Nurse - $2,410 per week

GQR Healthcare; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 107,949 - 112,272; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Insurance

Cigna medical, MetLife dental and vision insurance

License reimbursement

Discounts on hotels and rental cars

Dedicated recruiter support

Referral bonus up to $700

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a travel nurse Registered Nurse (RN) for a Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU) contract in Des Moines, Iowa. This position lasts for 13 weeks with a 12-hour shift schedule, providing care for critically ill children. The estimated pay ranges from $2372.52 to $2467.52 weekly, including potential tax-free stipends. Benefits include day one insurance, license reimbursement, and a referral bonus, ensuring a comprehensive support system for the employee.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with experience in Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU).
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week.
• Travel nurse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to pediatric patients in the ICU.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and respond to medical issues effectively.

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

GQR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse Registered Nurse (RN) for Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU) in Des Moines, Iowa.

• Specialty: PICU – Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 03/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours (days, nights)
• Employment Type: Travel

Contract Details

Contract – W2 Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU) Registered Nurse (RN) Job

• Location: Des Moines, Iowa
• Start Date: March 16, 2026
• Profession: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Facility: Hospital
• Estimated Pay: $2372.52 – $2467.52
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Specialty: Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU)
• Shift Details: null null
• Job Type: Travel
• Estimated weekly pay includes projected hourly wages and weekly meal and lodging per diems based on nationally published GSA rates. Actual weekly pay and per diems may differ and are subject to change during an assignment.

Benefits

• Day 1 Insurance
• Cigna medical, MetLife dental and vision insurance
• License reimbursement for new licenses needed for each assignment
• Discounts with hotels and rental cars
• A dedicated recruiter and support team that will help you every step of the way to ensure you start on time and have an exceptional experience
• Referral bonus up to $700

About the Company

Finding the right role is about more than just matching skills to a job—it’s about aligning with your goals, values, and the way you want to work.

As an award‑winning talent partner, we support healthcare professionals through every step of the process, offering meaningful opportunities, clear guidance, and long‑term partnership. From our first conversation to your first day on the job (and beyond!), we’re here to help you move forward with confidence.

GQR’s Healthcare team specializes in connecting experts within the industry to highly skilled healthcare professionals across the US market.

In the competitive healthcare market, we recognize that the industry’s common goals of improved quality of care and patient outcomes are wholly reliant upon the professionals directly supporting these initiatives. Leveraging our extensive candidate network, we deliver continuity of care for the communities our partners serve to ensure the patient experience is of the highest quality.

Through deep market specialization and a unique approach to talent acquisition, GQR Healthcare provides an unparalleled and personalized experience across all medical specialties in nursing and within diverse healthcare platforms across the industry.

GQR Job ID #776712. 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: Registered Nurse (RN).