PICU RN
Houston, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,793/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care257 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced PICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring BLS and PALS certifications.
Details
- Work in the Pediatric ICU (PICU), a 14-22 bed unit
- Patient ratios of 4:1 for med/surg patients
- Night shift schedule, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Uses Meditech EMR
- Floating limited to Level 1 or Level 2 NICU only
- Required to work 4 weekend days every 4 weeks
- No on-call responsibilities
Requirements
- Active TX or compact RN license required
- Current BLS and PALS certifications required
- ACLS certification preferred
- Minimum 1 year of recent PICU experience required
- Experience with procedures such as cleft palate repair, appendectomy, chest tube management, lumbar punctures, and seizure management preferred
- Experience with thoracic cases such as thoracotomy/thoracoscopy and pectus bar implants preferred
- No experience required in neurosurgery, stroke care, or foreign body airway removal
- US SSN and DOB required for consideration
- No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing to pediatric patients in a supportive, collaborative team environment
- Unit covers neuro, ortho, general surgery, and thoracic surgical cases
- Scrub color/attire: royal blue
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates will not be considered
Facility
The Woman's Hospital of Texas
1 nurse recommends working with The Woman's Hospital of Texas
- Short Term Acute Care
- 257 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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.
About Houston, TX
As a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in Houston, TX here's what you should know:- Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).
- Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.
- Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
- Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.
- Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
- Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.
- Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.
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