American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Portland, Oregon.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Critical Care Float
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/03/2026
- 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: Nov 3, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 6
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool RN requiring 2+ years of critical care experience and BLS, NRP, and PALS certifications for a night shift assignment at a Magnet-recognized children's hospital.
Details
- Float pool position covering PICU and NICU as primary units, with additional floating to Pediatric Acute Care Surgical, Acute Care Medical, Intermediate Care, and Oncology units as needed
- Care for pediatric patients across the full spectrum of acuity including acute, intermediate, oncology, neonatal, and critical care needs
- Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30)
- Patient ratio of 1-2:4
- Every other weekend coverage required
- Floating required across multiple pediatric units
- Uses Epic charting system
Requirements
- Active RN license (Standard or Compact) required, OR license required at time of submission
- Current certifications: BLS, NRP, and PALS
- Minimum 2 years of critical care nursing experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Skills required include IV therapy/phlebotomy, administration of blood and blood products, respiratory care of ventilated patients, tracheostomy care, ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, infection control/PPE, insulin administration, isolation precautions, pediatric dosage calculations, and urinary catheter insertion/management
- Preferred skills include management of dysrhythmias and ICP monitoring
- Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
- COVID vaccination proof required with no exemptions accepted
- Two manager or supervisor references from within the last 24 months required (charge RN references not accepted)
Additional Information
- Care for pediatric patients with acute, intermediate, oncology, neonatal, and critical care needs at a Magnet-recognized children's hospital
- May float to affiliate hospitals nearby depending on unit needs
- Must be available to work at least 2 of the 3 major winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day)
- First time travelers are welcome to apply
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate with no radius restriction
- Requested time off must be submitted upfront and cannot exceed 2 weeks
- Former OHSU employees or previous travelers must have been gone at least 6 months to be eligible to return, and require a reference from the previous OHSU supervising manager
- Refusal to float as requested may result in contract cancellation
American Traveler Job ID #P-756446. 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: Travel RN - Pediatrics Float Pool
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.