Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $2,930 per week
Cross Country Nurses — Colorado Springs, CO
$2,930/wk
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- PICU
- Type
- Travel
- Shift
- Nights
- Hours
- 36/week
- Duration
- 14 weeks
- Start
- 11/17/2026
Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/17/2026
- Duration: 14 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) RN in Colorado Springs. This position involves providing specialized critical care to pediatric patients in a 16-bed unit, with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 2:1. The role requires a dedicated healthcare professional to work nights on a 12-hour shift schedule, supporting the organizations commitment to high-quality pediatric care.
Job Details:
- Education: BSN Required
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required; previous travel experience preferred
- Licensure & Certifications: Active Colorado RN License or Compact RN License; BLS and PALS certifications recommended
- Schedule: Nights, 12-Hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week
- Travel required
- Float: Float rotation may be required, including NICU, Pediatric Med-Surg, and Emergency Department (Helping Hands)
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- On-Call Requirement: No on-callcan be canceled every 4 weeks
- Holiday Requirement: Must work observed holidays if they fall within the contract period; must be available to work 2 of the 3 holidays
- Orientation: General Hospital Orientation (1 day), PICU Unit Orientation (6 hours), Med-Surg Orientation (6 hours), NICU Orientation (6 hours)
- Documentation System: Peds Connect (EPIC)
- Specialty Testing: Medication testing during general orientation
- Submission requirements: Must hold an active RN license and relevant certifications
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 #1305405. 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