Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in San Antonio, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/15/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Registered Nurse (RN), Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). This full-time nursing position provides routine and complex care to pediatric patients, including assessment, medication administration, treatment monitoring, patient education, and care planning. The role requires ventilator and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit experience and supports care coordination, delegation, and management of complex clinical situations.

Job Details Schedule: Night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM; 12-hour shifts with a minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications: At least two years of experience in ventilator care and the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA). Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA). Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA). Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas (TX) or a compact state.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Perinatal Registered Nurse (RN) residency or recent practice in a pediatric setting.

Additional Information: Provides nursing care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation. Administers medications and treatments according to established protocols while monitoring effectiveness and potential side effects. Documents patient histories, symptoms, medications, and care provided. Assesses learning needs and provides education to patients, family members, and caregivers. Addresses complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of pediatric patients and their families. Newly hired experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) complete organizational and pediatric-specific competency validation requirements. Annual competency verification requirements must be completed.

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 1345633. 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: 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.

Benefits 401k retirement plan Referral bonus