PICU Registered Nurse – Travel Assignment in Columbus, Ohio

PICU travel nurse opportunity in Columbus, OH: Join a dynamic Pediatric Intensive Care Unit team and provide high-acuity pediatric critical care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This 13-week travel nursing assignment is ideal for an experienced Registered Nurse who excels in pediatric cardiac care, ventilator management, and interdisciplinary teamwork. Columbus, OH 43205 offers a welcoming urban setting with vibrant neighborhoods, great dining, and plenty of local culture to enjoy outside of work.

Job Details

• Location: Columbus, OH 43205
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour nights
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,470 – $2,600
• Start Date: October 19, 2026
• Unit Type: Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care / PICU
• Float Expectations: May float to NICU, PICU, ED, stepdown, and med-surg as needed
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend, subject to unit needs
• Orientation: 36 hours

Job Requirements

• Active Ohio RN license or compact RN license in hand
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Minimum 2 years of PICU, CVPICU, or pediatric critical care nursing experience preferred
• Experience in a large Pediatric Intensive Care Unit strongly preferred
• Strong clinical skills in pediatric critical care and ventilator management
• Comfortable floating to assigned pediatric and critical care units
• Experience with high-acuity cardiac and post-surgical pediatric patients preferred
• 2 professional references required, including at least 1 supervisor or manager reference

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate care to pediatric patients with complex cardiac and critical care needs
• Monitor and manage ventilated patients, arterial lines, central lines, chest tubes, and pacing wires
• Support care for patients with congenital heart disease, heart failure, transplants, and pulmonary hypertension
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and other interdisciplinary team members
• Deliver care for pre-operative and post-operative pediatric patients in a high-acuity environment
• Respond quickly to changing patient conditions and prioritize safe, efficient patient care
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow unit protocols and float expectations
• Contribute to a team-focused culture that values excellence in pediatric critical care nursing

Apply now to secure this PICU Registered Nurse travel job in Columbus, Ohio and make a meaningful impact in pediatric healthcare.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.