Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care

Company: American Traveler
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: March 7, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Indianapolis, Indiana. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - Discipline: RN - Start Date: ASAP - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview - Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs - Hours: 36 hrs/wk - Start Date: Feb 23, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric CVICU position requiring IN or compact licensure and expertise in pediatric cardiac care. Details - Work in a new, specialized 8-bed Pediatric CVICU connected to a 14-bed PICU - Care for pediatric cardiac patients both pre- and post-operation in a hospital ICU setting - Collaboration with surgical and intensivist teams - Night shift schedule from 19:00 to 07:30 - 36 hours per week with every other weekend, holiday, and on-call requirements - May float to PICU, Pediatric, and NICU units Requirements - Active IN or compact RN license required - Minimum 2 years of recent pediatric CVICU experience - Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS (all AHA), NRP and NRP Advanced (AHA/AAP), NIH Stroke Scale - Nursys verification and primary source license verification within 30 days prior to start - Current US Social Security Number and valid US address required Additional Information - Primary responsibilities include caring for pediatric cardiac ICU patients, including pre- and post-surgical care - Flexibility in scheduling is needed to accommodate surgical case flow - Position requires willingness to be on-call as scheduled - May be required to float to additional critical care pediatric units based on facility needs - Travelers are subject to facility radius rules, and local candidates may be eligible at a reduced rate - Holiday and weekend coverage is required as assigned - First-time travelers are accepted American Traveler Job ID P-671129. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Pediatric ICU About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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