Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $3,693 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Baltimore, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse / Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse to join our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit team. This unit provides specialized care to infant, pediatric, and adolescent patients with a range of critical conditions.

Shift Details

• Scheduled shifts: 3x12 hours (07:00 - 19:30)
• Weekend requirement: 5 weekends within each 6-week schedule, covering either Saturday or Sunday

Patient Care and Responsibilities

• Patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:2
• Provide care for patients requiring moderate sedation and continuous drips
• Manage arterial lines, central lines, and ventilated patients
• Experience in handling respiratory distress, DKA, seizures, pain management, and sepsis
• Dysrhythmia interpretation and management, along with ICP monitoring

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of PICU nursing experience required
• BCLS/BLS and PALS certifications required
• Basic EKG exam certification required
• Competence in central line, PICC line management, and pediatric dosage calculations
• Experience with anti-seizure medications, continuous sedation, and IV vasopressors
• Strong commitment to patient care with the capability to float to NICU and Pediatric units as needed

Technical Skills

• Experience with ventilators, high-flow nasal cannula, and BiPAP/CPAP systems
• Proficient in ABG interpretation and chest tube management

Orientation and Training

Orientation consists of approximately 40 hours, including virtual, clinical, and on-unit training to ensure a smooth transition into the unit.

Time Off Policies

• 14 days or less of requested time off will be auto-approved
• Every other winter and summer holiday is required with no time off permitted on critical days such as Easter, Mother's Day, and Father's Day

Additional Information

This position is ideal for registered nurses seeking a challenging and rewarding career in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about pediatric care, we encourage you to apply.

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38536570. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN PICU

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