American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Madison, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/09/2026
- 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 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring a WI or compact license, PALS/BLS certification, and prior PICU experience with cardiac exposure.
Details
- Work in a 21-bed Pediatric ICU within a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center
- Provide family-centered care to critically ill or injured children with medical and surgical conditions including acute head injuries, critical neurological disorders, pulmonary diseases, cardiac anomalies, organ transplantation, multi-system organ failure, and ECMO
- Night shift schedule of 3x12 hours, 7:00pm-7:30am, Monday through Friday with every other weekend required
- Alternative day/evening shift option of 36 hours/week, 0700-1930, with every other weekend required
- Holiday rotation required
- Floating required across units and locations as staffing needs dictate, with travelers floated first
- Uses Epic EMR
Requirements
- Active WI RN license or compact license from permanent address state
- BLS certification through American Heart Association only
- PALS certification through American Heart Association
- NRP certification preferred
- Minimum 2 years of acute care experience within the last 3 years in the PICU specialty
- Solid PICU experience required, along with some CV ICU, cardiac step down, or general cardiac experience
- Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred
- Basic arrhythmia experience required
- Must pass a telemetry exam with strict criteria (adult and pediatric rhythm interpretation) prior to starting, with up to three attempts allowed
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Level I Trauma Center experience preferred
- Travel experience required
- Skilled in respiratory care including ventilator management, ETT/NT suctioning, tracheostomy care, and ABG interpretation
- Experience with IV therapy, central line care, PICC line management, and administration of blood products
- Experience managing emergency medications, IV vasopressors, and pediatric dosage calculations
- Cardiovascular skills including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias and hemodynamic monitoring
- Experience with isolation precautions/PPE and wound assessment/care
Additional Information
- Join a multidisciplinary team delivering specialized critical care to pediatric patients and their families
- Located within a nationally recognized, Magnet-designated children's hospital that includes a Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU
- Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for the position, as local candidates are not accepted
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Parking permit required for onsite parking, with alternative transportation options available including bus and park & ride
American Traveler Job ID #P-758904. 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 - 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.