Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool RN
Washington, DC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool RN with a DC RN license and strong PICU experience to float between NICU, PICU, and CVPICU units.

Details

• Work within the Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool at a Magnet-designated, teaching, Level I trauma children's hospital with 320 staffed beds
• Float between NICU, PICU, and CVPICU units based on facility needs, caring for patients of all ages
• Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:2, with up to 1:3 when floating to NICU
• 3x12-hour day (7:00-19:30) or night (19:00-7:30) shifts available
• Every-other-weekend requirement with option for blocked weekend scheduling
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Cerner charting system

Requirements

• Active DC RN license required, with pending license applications accepted (must apply within 24-48 hours of signing, active license required before start)
• Compact or state RN license required for MD/VA
• Minimum 2 years of recent PICU or CVPICU experience required; 3 years preferred
• Some NICU/CICU experience highly preferred due to floating expectations
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required
• Cerner charting system experience required
• Teaching hospital and Level I trauma experience preferred
• Travel nursing experience required
• Prior critical care skills preferred including ventilator management, ECMO, CRRT, central line management, and interpretation/management of dysrhythmias

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to pediatric patients across NICU, PICU, and CVPICU settings, managing complex cases including respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, neurologic, and oncologic conditions
• Scrubs may be any color as long as they are child-friendly and free of logos
• Holiday coverage required every other holiday, with one holiday guaranteed based on preference
• Maximum RTO of 7 days; a full week off requires extending the assignment by one week to make up missed shifts
• No RTO accepted after the initial offer
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted with no mileage restriction at the same bill rate
• Returning travelers must have been separated from the facility for at least 1 year