Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Charlottesville, VA
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a PICU night shift position requiring BLS, PALS, and VA or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Work in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) of a hospital setting
• 13-week assignment on night shift (4x12 hours, 19:00-7:00)
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• May be required to float to NICU and Acute Care Pediatrics based on staffing needs
• Required to work 3 weekends per six-week schedule
• Must work 2 of the 3 winter holidays

Requirements

• Active VA or compact RN license (pending license accepted)
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of previous charge nurse experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• BSN preferred
• Pediatric cardiac experience a plus
• Proficiency in respiratory care including ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, ETT/NT suctioning, and tracheostomy care
• Experience with IV therapy, central/arterial line management, and administration of blood products
• Skilled in administering emergency medications including vasopressors, antiarrhythmics, and continuous sedation
• Experience with hemodynamic monitoring and dysrhythmia management
• Knowledge of CRRT and urinary catheter management
• Experience with EVD and ICP monitoring preferred
• Two professional references required

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to pediatric patients in the PICU, including respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, and neurologic care
• Maximum of 40 hours RTO approved per 13-week contract, with no time off approved during the first 2 weeks of the contract
• Any vacation planned between sign date and start date must be disclosed prior to confirming a start date
• Travelers must float within their scope of practice as needed based on facility staffing needs
• Previous UVA Health employees (permanent staff or travelers) must disclose prior employment; a 1-year separation and leadership approval is required for rehire eligibility
• External travelers are limited to a maximum of 365 total assignment days and are not eligible to return once this limit is reached
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply