American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/23/2026 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 23, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced PICU RN for a night shift assignment requiring pediatric critical care experience and PALS certification. Details PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit) setting within an acute care hospital Cares for high-acuity pediatric patients requiring ventilator support, sedation infusions, continuous inotrope infusions, and invasive lines Patient population is primarily pediatric with occasional exposure to adult patients in the medical/surgical unit for emergency support 13-week contract with 36 hours per week on a fixed night shift schedule (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM) with varied days No on-call requirements Fixed shift scheduling with no frequent schedule flipping for consistent work-life balance Requirements Active RN license (NE or Compact) currently in hand Current certifications: BLS and PALS required; ACLS preferred but not required to start Minimum 2 years of experience in PICU or equivalent high-acuity pediatric setting required Experience with ventilator management, including settings, adjustments, suctioning, and airway management Experience titrating sedation medications (e.g., Versed, Fentanyl, Precedex) and managing titratable drips Experience with arterial and central line placement and monitoring Experience managing complex pediatric neurological and neurosurgical cases preferred Additional Information Provide direct care for critically ill pediatric patients, managing cardiorespiratory conditions, sedation infusions, and post-neurosurgical recovery Care for patients with neurosurgical conditions such as tumor resections, VP shunts, spinal cord untethering, craniofacial reconstruction, ICP monitoring, and EVD Manage neurological conditions including epilepsy and seizure activity Treat respiratory conditions including sepsis, respiratory distress, and respiratory failure Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive pediatric critical care May be called upon to support resuscitation efforts for emergent adult patients in the medical/surgical unit Neuro ICU experience is preferred; cardiac ICU, transplant, ECMO, and dialysis experience are not required First-time travelers may be considered for this position American Traveler Job ID P-784889. 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.