Pediatric Cardiac ICU RN
Minneapolis, MN
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus
$3,115/weekOverview
- Start Date07/13/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration11 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
This full-time Registered Nurse (RN) position in Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Candidates are expected to be willing to float between two hospitals as needed. The role involves providing family-centered nursing care to infants, children, and adolescents, utilizing the nursing process. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day of assignment.
Job Details:
- Location: Minneapolis, MN
- Specialty: Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PEDS CIU)
- Shift: Day/Evening/Night, rotating shifts
- Shift Length: 12 hours
- Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Openings: 13 FTE (full-time equivalents)
- Assignment Length: 11 weeks
- Start Date: 07/13/2026
- Travel Required: No
- Float: Float rotation may be required.
- Required Qualifications: Graduate of accredited school of nursing; Minnesota RN license or temporary permit; BLS (Basic Life Support) certification; PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification; minimum of 2 years PICU nursing experience including pre-operative, immediate post-operative surgical patients, and trauma patients, or 2 years pediatric CVICU (Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit) nursing experience competent to care for pre-operative, immediate post-operative cardiac surgical patients, and pre- and post-cardiac procedural patients.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Minneapolis, MN
As a travel 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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