Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Charleston, South Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- 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: Aug 31, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a PICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring 2 years of PICU experience and a SC or compact RN license.
Details
- Work in a 28-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit caring for children ages 0-18 with medical and surgical diagnoses
- Common diagnoses include respiratory compromise, trauma, post-operative surgical care, and neurology/neurosurgery conditions
- Unit provides ECMO, CRRT, renal/peritoneal dialysis, and complex supportive therapies
- Mixed unit with ICU and stepdown patients resulting in variable ratios of 1:1, 1:2, and 1:3
- Night shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
- Up to 5 weekend shifts required per 4-week schedule, including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights
- Holiday coverage required if contract falls during a holiday period
- Floating required within scope to meet facility needs
- No on-call requirements
- Uses EPIC EMR system
Requirements
- Active SC or Multi-State/Compact RN license required
- Current BLS and PALS certifications required (American Heart Association only)
- Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
- ECMO and CRRT experience preferred
- Prior charge nurse experience preferred
- Teaching hospital and Level I Trauma Center experience preferred
- EPIC charting experience preferred
- Driver's license and SSN required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide intensive and intermediate care to pediatric patients from across South Carolina
- Work alongside Patient Care Technicians, Unit Secretaries, Respiratory Therapy, Pediatric Dietitians, and Pediatric Pharmacists
- Pediatric Palliative Care services available as needed
- Facility is a Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, and Magnet Hospital with 820 staffed beds
- Interview preferred for candidates on their first travel assignment
- First-time travelers may be considered depending on the position
- Previous permanent or PRN staff must be separated from the health system for 1 year before returning as a traveler
- Candidates must reside outside a 60-mile radius to be prioritized; local candidates considered on a case-by-case basis
- All requested time off must be submitted at time of consideration and is subject to approval based on unit needs
- Block scheduling may be accommodated with manager approval, dependent on unit needs
- Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season (June through November, with peak activity in August and September)
American Traveler Job ID #P-739170. 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.