Travel PICU Registered Nurse - $2,596 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Marshfield, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
- Start Date: 01/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring a WI or compact RN license, PICU experience, and pediatric advanced certifications.
Responsibilities
- Work in an 8-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit within an acute care hospital setting
- Typical census is 4-5 patients with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2 depending on acuity
- Common patient cases include respiratory, DKA, trauma (MVA, head injury, broken bones), post-surgical, neuro (seizure), overdoses, and suicide attempts
- Responsibilities include caring for intubated patients, managing IV drips, sedation, intracranial pressures (ICP), and EVDs; ECMO is not performed
- Nurses draw their own labs and are required to titrate cardiac, insulin, heparin, and sedation drips
- RNs must interpret and perform their own telemetry monitoring
- Unit uses Cerner EMR, with transition to Epic anticipated
- Respiratory equipment includes vents, CPAP, BiPAP, Nava, Vapotherm, and Heliox
- 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend and holiday required
- Self-scheduling in a tiered approach; block scheduling is not allowed
- Potential to float to Peds or, with relevant experience, to the NICU, and as observers in adult units depending on census
- No call or standby required
- No nurse aides are present on the unit; RNs work closely with residents who are present 24/7
- Pediatric intensivist is not in-house but available within 10 minutes
- Unit-specific orientation includes one day of hospital orientation and two days of unit orientation
- Clean, professional attire is required with pediatric-appropriate scrubs
- First-time travelers and travel duos are welcome; duos must work the same weekends but cannot have identical schedules
- Must clock in and out at facility
- Holiday coverage is every other holiday
- Local candidates (within 80 miles) are eligible but with a reduced pay rate
Requirements
- Active WI or compact state RN license (must be active by start date)
- Minimum of 1 year recent PICU RN experience required
- Current BLS and PALS certifications (AHA); TNCC preferred but not required
- Experience with intubated patients, titrating drips, sedations, ICP monitoring, and emergency situations
- Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips
- Familiarity with Cerner charting system preferred
- Must provide two professional references, including one from a supervisor
- Former permanent staff must have a separation of at least 6 months and may require hospital approval
- 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-648576. 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.