Travel Contract

PICU Registered Nurse
Des Moines, IA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,210/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start Date10/26/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,210/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), located in Iowa, is seeking experienced healthcare professionals for a night shift position. This role involves providing critical care to pediatric patients in a state-of-the-art unit, with potential to float to NICU, General Pediatrics, and Emergency Department as needed. The position requires a commitment to delivering high-quality, family-centered care in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

  • Certifications: BLS (American Heart Association), PALS (American Heart Association)
  • Education and Experience: 24 months of current Pediatric Intensive Care Unit experience required, with a valid Iowa or multistate license required, and EPIC electronic medical record experience preferred
  • Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week
  • Responsibilities: Care for critically-ill infants, children, and teens; float to NICU, ED, and General Pediatrics; manage equipment including vents, high flow, IV pumps, and feeding pumps; participate in family consultations and care planning
  • Submission requirements: Quick interview process via phone call/text from a 405 area code, with availability for orientation sessions on 10/26, 11/9, 11/23, or 12/7

Benefits

  • 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
Cross Country Job ID #1327243. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

Employer

Cross Country Nurses

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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.

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Des Moines, IA

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Des Moines is Iowa's capital and largest city. Located on the Des Moines River in the south-central part of the state, it offers Midwestern charm and a wide range of attractions. Over 800 miles of biking trails and countless others for walking, running or hiking draw outdoor enthusiasts. Just southwest of downtown is Gray's Lake Park, with a 1.9-mile trail that circles the lake, a designated beach area for swimming and boat rentals for those wanting to take out canoes and sailboats. Des Moines is also a wonderful fishing spot for largemouth bass, catfish and crappie. Downtown Historic Court hosts the local farmers' market, one of the best in the country, with vendors from more than 50 Iowa counties selling everything from handcrafted items and flowers to fresh produce, cheeses and meats, and live entertainment while browsing.

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