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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Critical Care Float
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, rotating
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool role requiring strong PICU experience and BLS/PALS certification.
Details
Magnet-designated, academic teaching hospital with Level I Trauma status and 320 staffed beds
Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool covering PICU, CVPICU, and NICU units
Patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2, with 1:3 possible when floating to NICU
Day shift (3x12, 7:00-19:30) or Night shift (3x12, 19:00-7:30) schedules available
Every other weekend required, with openness to blocked weekend scheduling
Floating required within scope between NICU, PICU, and CVPICU to meet facility needs
No on-call requirements
Uses Cerner charting system
Requirements
Active DC RN license required (pending license accepted, but must be active before start date)
MD/VA candidates require compact or state license
BLS and PALS certifications required
Minimum 2 years of recent PICU or CVPICU experience required; 3 years preferred
Some NICU/CVICU experience highly preferred due to floating expectations
Cerner charting experience required
Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
Prior travel nursing experience preferred
Skilled in ventilator management, care of ventilated patients, and acute airway maintenance
Experience with arterial line management, central line care, and IV therapy
Proficiency in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
Experience with congenital heart disease/repair and post cardiac surgery care preferred
ECMO and bone marrow transplant experience preferred
Additional Information
Provide critical care nursing to pediatric patients across PICU, CVPICU, and NICU settings
Scrubs must be child-friendly, logo-free, and any color is acceptable
First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Local candidates accepted with no mileage restriction at the same bill rate
Maximum RTO of 7 days; a full week off requires making up missed shifts or extending the assignment
One holiday guaranteed, with a second holiday assigned based on facility need
Returning travelers must have been separated from the facility for at least one year
Pre-start training modules must be completed prior to orientation
American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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 - Pediatrics Float Pool
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.
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Worksite address
washington, DC, 20022, US
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