PICU RN
Chicago, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Pediatric ICU position at a Level 1 Trauma Center, requiring 2+ years of PICU experience and BLS/PALS certifications.

Details

• Work in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) of a Level 1 Trauma Center
• Night shift schedule of 3x12 hours, 7pm-7:30am
• No block scheduling available
• Every other weekend requirement (2 weekends per month)
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Cerner charting system
• Mandatory float facility - all staff required to float at facility's discretion
• May float to units outside primary competency with team-based care model support
• May be required to float to other Cook facilities within 50 miles, with as little as 2 hours notice

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required in hand at time of submission (no pending licenses accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Cerner charting experience required
• Skilled in medication administration including anti-seizure medications, continuous sedation, and IV vasopressors
• Proficient in pediatric dosage calculations
• Experience with BiPAP/CPAP management and care of ventilated patients
• Skilled in acute airway care and interpretation of Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)
• Experience managing chest tubes, central lines, and PICC lines
• Knowledge of ICP monitoring
• Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Proficient in isolation precautions and PPE use
• Two professional references required from most recent employers prior to start, with one from the most recent employer and only one reference accepted per employer
• Proof of COVID vaccination required with no exceptions

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to pediatric patients in a high-acuity ICU setting
• Any scrub color permitted
• RTO limited to 5 days maximum with no more than 2 consecutive days, and no RTO on weekends
• No holiday RTO permitted, and no RTO the day before or after a holiday
• Contract may be subject to cancellation if a call-out occurs on a holiday
• Local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius of the facility
• Returning resources must undergo full recredentialing and reattend orientation regardless of break in contract length
• Lab work must be completed within 72 hours of accepting the assignment
• Compliance-focused facility with strict documentation and responsiveness expectations