American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Denver, Colorado.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- 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 charge role in a pediatric ICU setting with required charge and Level II trauma experience.
Responsibilities
- Work in a combined Pediatric and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) within a hospital setting
- Unit has 20 pediatric beds and 8 PICU beds with shared clinical nurse oversight
- Patient population includes general pediatric and critical care cases, with assignments including up to 3 patients (never 3 ventilated patients)
- New trauma patients are assigned 1:1 and less critical patients 1:2 or 1:3 based on acuity
- Night shift is three 12-hour shifts per week, 19:00-07:30
- Weekend shifts required, up to every weekend
- Mandatory on-call once per 4-week schedule, though rare in occurrence
- No floating outside the pediatric and PICU units
- Uses Epic EMR; prior Epic experience required
- Primary responsibilities include leading shifts as a charge nurse in the PICU and managing care for pediatric and critically ill patients
- First-time travelers are accepted for this position
- Pre-start online modules (average 4 hours) must be completed before beginning assignment
- Up to 5 days of RTO is preferred per 13-week contract; no holiday RTO permitted between 12/24 and 12/27
- Parking is available for a monthly fee of approximately $25
- Scrubs or dress code details not specified
Requirements
- Active CO or compact RN license required
- Current AHA certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS required
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required with charge and Level II trauma experience
- Previous charge nurse experience is mandatory
- Epic charting experience required
- Must complete negative drug and alcohol screening, including THC
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-615237. 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.
