Travel RN - Pediatric ICU

American Traveler

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 124,000 - 132,000

Full time

29 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health
Day 1 benefits
401k with match

Job summary

American Traveler Staffing Professionals is seeking a Travel RN for Pediatric ICU in Charlotte, NC at a Magnet Hospital. The assignment features 36 hours per week with days and 12-hour shifts, requiring a 2-year high-acuity PICU background and an NC or compact RN license.

You'll work with EPIC EMR, support a 24-bed PICU, and may float to related units as needed. Must have BLS/PALS and pass credentialing; start date is typically 3–4 weeks from offer.

Qualifications

  • Active RN license (NC or Compact) in hand.
  • Current BLS and PALS certifications.
  • Minimum 2 years of high-acuity PICU experience.
  • EPIC EMR experience required.
  • Ability to float to Pediatric CVICU and other units when needed.
  • Must provide last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB for consideration.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity PICU.
  • Collaborate with an ICU team in a teaching Magnet hospital.
  • Manage vasoactive drips and invasive lines as appropriate.
  • Monitor ventilators and perform bedside procedures.
  • Float to related pediatric units as needed.

Skills

Critical care nursing
Vasoactive drip management
Ventilator management
Bedside procedures
Floating to other units

Tools

EPIC EMR
Belmont Rapid Infuser
Accuvein
PIV Ultrasound
Artic Sun
Camino device
EV-1000 Vigileo

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Travel RN - Pediatric ICU

Travel RN - Pediatric ICU

Charlotte, North Carolina

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On Hold

Assignment Overview

Overview

Magnet Hospital

Posted 4 days ago

Shift

Days, 3x12hrs

Hours

36 hrs/wk

Start Date

Length

22 weeks

Openings

1

Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring 2 years of high-acuity PICU experience and a NC or compact RN license.

Details
  • Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center within a 247-bed teaching hospital with Chest Pain Center and Certified Stroke Center designations
  • 24-bed PICU with average patient census of 21-23
  • Patient population includes respiratory, trauma (including penetrating and non-accidental trauma), DKA, seizures, neurosurgical, acute/chronic renal failure, orthopedic, surgical, transplant (kidney and liver), complex medical, and blood disorder cases
  • RN to patient ratios vary by acuity: 2:1, 1:1, or 1:2
  • 12-hour day shifts from 0645-1915, 36 hours per week
  • Weekend rotation requires working 2 Fridays, 2 Saturdays, 2 Sundays, and 2 Mondays every 6-week schedule, which may be grouped or worked separately
  • No on-call requirements; if PICU census doesn't require staffing, travelers may float to PCVICU, Peds Progressive, NICU, or general Peds units
  • Floating required as needed to Pediatric CVICU, NICU, Neonatal PCU, and General Peds
  • Uses EPIC EMR, Alaris and Medfusion syringe pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Phillips monitors
  • Specialized equipment includes Belmont Rapid Infuser, Accuvein, PIV Ultrasound, Artic Sun, Camino ICP/temp monitoring device, EV-1000 Vigileo, I-stat, and Accuryn
  • Centralized and bedside monitoring with no dedicated telemetry tech
Requirements
  • Active RN license (NC or Compact) currently in hand
  • Current certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Minimum 2 years of strong, high-acuity Pediatric ICU experience required, with comfort in a fast-paced critical care environment
  • Minimum 12 months of core work experience in the specialty area with most recent experience within the last year
  • EPIC EMR experience required
  • Skills required include management of critical care vasoactive drip titration, invasive lines (ART lines/CVP), ventilator and trach management, HFOV management, CRRT, chest tubes, epidurals, PCAs, sedation/analgesic drip management, Foley insertion/management, and bedside procedures with providers
  • Experience with Artic Sun, EVDs, Camino device, and Belmont Rapid Infuser required
  • Competency to float to Pediatric CVICU may be discussed during interview
  • Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
  • Minimum 1 professional reference dated within one year, from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
Additional Information
  • Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity Pediatric ICU setting including complex medical, surgical, and transplant cases
  • Unit support includes 24/7 charge nurse, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, respiratory therapy, and intensivist coverage, plus in-house residents and APPs
  • One CNA/Health Care Tech per day supports unit secretary duties and nursing needs, with unit secretary coverage every shift
  • Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) and 2 days of departmental orientation
  • Holiday expectations require working 75% of holidays, with unit requirement of working the eve and day of every other holiday while contracted
  • RTO requests are subject to manager approval
  • Navy scrub color required
  • Free parking provided
  • Unit culture emphasizes teamwork, trust, accountability, respect, and compassionate hard work
  • First-time travelers are welcome to apply
  • Local candidates are not accepted; candidates must live more than 50 miles from the facility
  • Returning travelers must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position

These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.

Pay

$2,905/wk

Weekly Wages

$1,512/wk

Regular Hours

$42.00 x 36 hours/wk = $1,512

Weekly Stipends

$1,393/wk

Lodging

$131.00 x 7 days = $917

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$2,905/wk

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $2,720 - $2,905. The weekly pay shown in this posting, along with related figures, reflects the lower end of this range for local candidates and higher end of this range for travel candidates. Weekly travel pay includes tax-free stipends per IRS guidelines. Weekly local pay is fully taxable and therefore lower due to additional employer-paid taxes and related costs.

Facility

Facility details are only available for registered travelers.

Facility Information

Facility address requires login

Bed Count

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Setting

--

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EMR

--

Teaching Facility

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American Traveler Benefits
  • Health
  • Day 1
  • Day 1
  • 401k with match
  • Opt In
  • ...and many more!
Why American Traveler?

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Exceptional Pay and Benefits

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Nationwide Opportunities and Proven Expertise

Explore 1,000s of opportunities with the support of our 25+ years of experience guiding your success.

Reproduction and distribution of these materials is prohibited without the expressed written authorization of American Traveler Staffing Professionals™.

Pay

$2,905/wk

Weekly Wages

$1,512/wk

Regular Hours

$42.00 x 36 hours/wk = $1,512

Weekly Stipends

$1,393/wk

Lodging

$131.00 x 7 days = $917

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$2,905/wk

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $2,720 - $2,905. The weekly pay shown in this posting, along with related figures, reflects the lower end of this range for local candidates and higher end of this range for travel candidates. Weekly travel pay includes tax-free stipends per IRS guidelines. Weekly local pay is fully taxable and therefore lower due to additional employer-paid taxes and related costs.

Facility

Facility details are only available for registered travelers.

Facility Information

Facility address requires login

Bed Count

--

Setting

--

--

--

EMR

--

Teaching Facility

--

American Traveler Benefits
  • Health
  • Day 1
  • Day 1
  • 401k with match
  • Opt In
  • ...and many more!
Why American Traveler?

Unmatched Support and Transparency

Your recruiter is your trusted partner, providing personalized guidance with full transparency.

Empowering Technology

Find jobs, self-apply, and manage your career with tools that put you in control.

Exceptional Pay and Benefits

Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits — designed with your success in mind.

Nationwide Opportunities and Proven Expertise

Explore 1,000s of opportunities with the support of our 25+ years of experience guiding your success.

Reproduction and distribution of these materials is prohibited without the expressed written authorization of American Traveler Staffing Professionals™.

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