PICU Registered Nurse
Minneapolis, MN
Access Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Rotating
$3,732/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration12 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
PICU Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Contract Length: 12 weeks
Job Summary
Provide family-centered nursing care to infants, children, and adolescents in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) setting. Care includes pre-operative and immediate post-operative surgical patients, trauma patients, and cardiac procedural patients. The role requires floating between two hospital locations within the Minneapolis/St. Paul area as needed.
Schedule
- 12-hour shifts
- Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
- Every other weekend required
- Approximately 48 hours per week
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Minnesota
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience, with at least some experience within the last year
- Experience working with pediatric patients
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
Background and Compliance Requirements
- Criminal background check within 1 year prior to start, including:
- SSN trace
- 7-year county and nationwide criminal search
- National sex offender registry check
- FACIS level 3 check
- Education verification confirming nursing degree from an accredited program
- Minnesota DHS NetStudy Fingerprint clearance required prior to start (candidates cannot begin work with fingerprints pending unless approved with a “more time needed” letter)
- Completion of Minnesota DHS NetStudy Questionnaire immediately after contract signing
- Employment application required
Additional Information
- Uniform: Royal blue scrub bottoms with kid-friendly shirt or scrub top
- Floating between two hospital campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul as needed
- Candidates must be able to start ideally by May 18, 2026, but start dates up to June 8, 2026, may be considered
Prior Travel Experience
- Not explicitly required
This position is ideal for experienced pediatric critical care nurses seeking a travel contract opportunity in Minnesota with a focus on high-acuity PICU and CVICU patient care.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Minneapolis, MN
As a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in Minneapolis, MN here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Minneapolis is slightly higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
- However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living, especially in healthcare and nursing.
- Average summer highs in Minneapolis range from 80-85°F, while winter lows can drop to 5-10°F.
- Winters are cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Minneapolis, and they can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods and near healthcare facilities.
- Minneapolis is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation is also available through buses and light rail, providing convenient options for getting around the city.
- Minneapolis is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
- Common health issues include seasonal allergies, asthma, and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Minneapolis, making it a welcoming community for healthcare professionals.
- Minneapolis offers a vibrant dining scene with a variety of cuisines, a rich cultural scene with theaters and art museums, a thriving music scene, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks, biking trails, and skiing in the winter at nearby areas like Hyland Hills Ski Area.
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