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Description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 08/17/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) nurse opportunity in Houston, Texas. This role involves providing specialized critical care to pediatric patients in a busy and collaborative unit environment. The position requires adaptability and a supportive approach to team-based patient care.
Job Details
Schedule: Day shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
Required Qualifications: Certifications include BLS (Basic Life Support) and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support). Education requirements, degree requirements, and location requirements are satisfied with current credentials. No prior experience is necessary, but a minimum of one year is typical.
Preferred Qualifications: ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification is preferred.
Float: Float rotation may be required between NICU level 1 or 2 units only.
Additional Information: The unit predominantly handles procedures such as cleft palate repair, appendectomy, chest tube management, lumbar punctures, seizure management, and non-invasive cardiology. Services include neuro, orthopedic, general surgical, and thoracic cases such as thoracotomy, thoracoscopy, and pectus bar implants. The team values a supportive and collaborative personality. The unit operates on a full team environment where everyone assists each other, fostering a positive working atmosphere.
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
Cross Country Job ID #1293991. 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: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
About 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.