Job Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse (RN) position is based in a pediatric healthcare facility. The role involves providing specialized care to critically ill children across various units, including Pediatric Medicine/Surgical and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The position requires flexibility to float between units and adheres to self-scheduling practices.

Job Details

• Position: PICU RN
• Specialty: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
• Location: [Location to be specified by employer]
• Certifications: BLS, PALS
• Education Requirements: Valid state license (compact license accepted)
• Experience: At least 1 year of PICU experience required; minimum of 1 year of clinical experience
• Schedule: Night shifts, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Schedule Flexibility: Self-scheduling, work 3 consecutive shifts or split shifts, variable weekend shifts
• Float: Float rotation may be required to Pediatric Medicine/Surgical and NICU units
• Patient Ratios: 1:2 in the PICU setting
• Additional Responsibilities: Assist/manage intubation, BiPAP/CPAP management, care of ventilated patients, central line care, sedation management, ICP monitoring, ABG interpretation, dysrhythmia interpretation, isolation precautions, IV vasopressors, management of chest tubes, PICC line management, post-cardiac surgery care, suctioning, telemetry, ventilator management
• Other Requirements: Must have prior charge experience and charting experience with Epic system; minimum 1 year of relevant experience

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 #1321600. 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

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