PICU Registered Nurse
Newark, NJ
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,792/weekOverview
- Start Date03/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care497 beds
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Referral bonus
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- License and certification reimbursement
- Guaranteed Hours
Description
Start Date: March 23, 2026
Location: Newark, New Jersey
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 13-week assignment, every other weekend (Saturday/Sunday), 12-hour shifts
Highlights:
- 19-bed Pediatric ICU with patient ratios of 1:2 (may include 1:1 for higher acuity)
- Diverse case mix including cardiac patients, medtronic pacemakers, telemetry monitoring, and complex respiratory support
- EPIC charting system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, pharmacy, and physical therapy
- May float to Pediatrics and NICU based on appropriate skill set and hospital needs
- Previous cardiac experience strongly preferred; focus on BIPAP/CPAP, vents, high flow nasal cannula, and trach management
- Opportunities to work with advanced equipment including external ventricular drains, ICP monitoring, and procedural sedation
Requirements:
- Active New Jersey or Compact state RN license required at time of submission
- Minimum 2 years of PICU critical care experience required; 1 year of cardiac experience strongly preferred
- BLS and PALS certifications required; NRP preferred
- EPIC charting experience required
- Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers are not accepted
- Demonstrated competency in telemetry monitoring, medtronic pacemakers, BIPAP/CPAP, ventilators, high flow nasal cannula, and tracheostomy care
- Must be willing to float within skill set to appropriate assignments in Pediatrics and NICU as needed
- Must be available to work 2 of 3 holidays during assignment period
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This role offers the chance to provide critical care to pediatric patients in a dynamic and well-supported environment. You'll work alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional care to infants, children, and adolescents with complex medical needs. With access to advanced technology, ongoing professional development through competency training, and a structured orientation process, this assignment provides both challenge and support for experienced pediatric critical care nurses.
Facility
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
2 nurses recommend working with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

- Short Term Acute Care
- 497 beds
Employer
Revolution Healthcare Services
About Newark, NJ
As a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in Newark, NJ here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Newark, NJ is higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but they may not be as easy to find compared to some other cities.
- Newark is car-friendly, but it also has a good public transportation system including buses, trains, and light rail.
- Newark is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include asthma and diabetes.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several major hospitals.
- There are plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, and the city has a vibrant arts and music scene.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at the Prudential Center.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks and nearby hiking trails.
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