Travel Pediatric Stepdown RN - $2,064 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. is hiring a PICU RN for a travel assignment in Chicago, IL. You must hold an active IL RN license and have pediatric ventilator care experience.

The assignment starts 01/19/2026 for 13 weeks, with 36 hours per week on 12-hour day shifts. This inpatient unit serves children from 2 weeks to 18 years with high technology dependence and 1:3–4 patient ratios. Meditech EMR is used; no on-call required.

Qualifications

• IL RN license active in hand (compact licenses not accepted).
• Minimum of 2 years pediatric nursing experience.
• Current BCLS and PALS certifications.
• Experience with ventilators, tracheostomies, and G tubes.
• Experience with Meditech EMR.
• Experience with a 1:4 patient ratio.
• Flu vaccination required unless exempt for medical or religious reasons.

Responsibilities

• Position is in a PICU within a children’s hospital.
• Care for patients aged 2 weeks to 18 years with high technology dependence.
• Maintain typical patient ratios of 1:3–4; prior 1:4 experience required.
• Shifts are 12 hours, days, 36 hours per week.
• Floating within scope may be required to meet unit needs.
• Meditech EMR documentation is used for charting.
• No on-call requirements.

Skills

Pediatric nursing

BCLS certified

PALS certified

Ventilator care

Tracheostomies

G-tubes

1:4 nurse-patient ratio experience

Tools

Meditech EMR

Job description

Travel Pediatric Stepdown RN - $2,064 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Start Date: 01/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring a PICU RN with a valid IL RN license and pediatric ventilator care experience for a unique inpatient unit.

Responsibilities

• Position is within a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) in a children's hospital
• Single unit with 39 beds serving all pediatric specialties
• Patient population ranges from 2 weeks to 18 years, with 50-60% technology dependence including vents, trachs, and G tubes
• Patient ratios are typically 1:3-4
• Experience with a 1:4 ratio required
• Candidates must be available to work every other weekend
• Shifts are day (3x12 hours), typically 7:00 to 19:00
• Floating within scope may be required to meet facility needs
• Block scheduling may be accommodated
• Meditech is used for charting and EMR documentation
• No on-call requirements
• Inpatient unit specializes in caring for children with chronic illness and high technology dependence
• No drips, surgical, or transitional patients on the unit
• Team members are encouraged to wear neat, clean scrubs with pediatric themes welcomed
• Free parking available on site, shared with public due to park location
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this role
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate as travelers
• All approved time-off requests must be included in the contract before the start date; additional time off cannot be added after start

Requirements

• Active IL RN license in hand required (compact licenses not accepted)
• Minimum of 2 years pediatric nursing experience required
• Current BCLS and PALS certifications required
• Experience with ventilators, tracheostomies, and G tubes required
• Experience with Meditech EMR required
• Candidates must have prior experience with a 1:4 nurse to patient ratio
• Pending IL license considered only if active upon start
• Flu vaccination required unless approved for medical or religious exemption
• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-649646. 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.