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Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $3,481 per week

First Connect Health
  • Richmond, VA
  • $3,481 Per Week
2 days ago

Job Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Richmond, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 48 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PICU RN) – Day/Night Rotating Shift (4x12s)

  • Schedule: Day/Night Rotating Shift | 4x12-Hour Shifts (48 Hours/Week) | 07:00 – 19:00 or 19:00 – 07:00
    • Rotation Structure: Rotates shifts every few weeks (no shift rotation within the same week; block scheduling unavailable).
    • Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend (EOW) required (~12–13 weekend shifts per contract).
    • Holiday Coverage: Mandatory coverage of a minimum of 2 observed holidays per contract.
    • Floating Protocol: Floating is required across clinical units as needed.
  • Assignment Duration: 13-Week Contract Assignment | 1 Open Position | Job ID: 3479527
  • Location Region: Richmond, Virginia (VA) | Local & Travel Candidates 

Submission Hardstops [STRICT & NON-NEGOTIABLE]

  • Clinical Experience Baseline [HARDSTOP]: Minimum 3 years of dedicated PICU clinical experience strictly required (years of orientation do not count toward total experience) [HARDSTOP].
  • EMR Requirement [HARDSTOP]: Hands-on proficiency with Epic EMR strictly required (no exceptions) [HARDSTOP].
  • State Licensure [IN-HAND AT SUBMISSION - HARDSTOP]: Active Virginia RN License OR active Multi-State Compact RN License strictly required at submission [HARDSTOP].
  • Certifications [IN-HAND AT SUBMISSION - HARDSTOP]:
    • Active AHA BLS (Basic Life Support — Healthcare Provider) [HARDSTOP].
    • Active AHA PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) [HARDSTOP].
  • Pediatric Critical Care Capabilities [HARDSTOP]: Direct clinical proficiency managing mechanical ventilation, continuous sedation, IV vasopressors, ICP monitoring, telemetry, and complex emergency pediatric pharmacotherapy [HARDSTOP].

About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

  • ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

Numbers & Facts

LocationRichmond, VA

Skills

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
  • Critical Careunmatched
  • Drug Therapyunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Healthcare Providersunmatched
  • ICPunmatched
  • Needs Assessmentunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)unmatched
  • Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)unmatched
  • Pediatricsunmatched
  • Recruiting/Staffing Agencyunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Standards of Careunmatched
  • Telemetryunmatched
  • The Joint Commission (TJC)unmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Vasoconstrictorunmatched

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