Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $2,454 per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care Discipline : RN Start Date : 11 / 10 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours Employment Type : Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse - Travel Nursing Job in Des Moines, Iowa Advance your nursing career as a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse with a 13-week travel contract in Des Moines, IA (50309). Join a leading healthcare team in a state-of-the-art PICU, providing expert clinical care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents. Discover rewarding pediatric nursing opportunities in Iowa's vibrant capital city—apply now to make a difference in pediatric healthcare! Estimated Weekly Salary Weekly Salary Range : $2,100 - $2,250 per week (estimated) PICU RN Job Details - Des Moines, IA Location : Des Moines, Iowa (50309) - Top destination for Iowa nursing jobs Facility : Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) - 12 private rooms Position Type : Travel Registered Nurse (RN) contract Start Date : November 10, 2025 End Date : February 9, 2026 Contract Length : 13 weeks Shift : Nights (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) Hours : 3x12 hour shifts / week (36 hours / week) On-Call : Not required Holiday Rotation : Work 2 of 3 major winter holidays Electronic Medical Record : EPIC PICU Registered Nurse Qualifications Active Iowa RN license (Registered Nurse) Minimum 2 years of recent PICU nursing experience PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support, AHA) certification BLS (Basic Life Support, AHA) certification Proficiency with EPIC EMR Willingness to float to NICU and Emergency Department (ED) patient holds as needed Completed skills checklist within 1 year One recent supervisory reference (within past 2 years) PICU RN Responsibilities Deliver high-quality, family-centered pediatric nursing care in the PICU Collaborate with pediatric critical care physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care Float to NICU (caring for stable infants such as "feeders and growers") and ED patient holds as needed Maintain accurate clinical documentation using EPIC EMR Support and educate families in a compassionate, modern environment Participate in holiday and weekend shift rotations as scheduled Take the next step in your travel nursing career with this PICU Registered Nurse job in Des Moines, Iowa. Enjoy excellent clinical support, competitive pay, and the chance to explore one of the Midwest's most welcoming cities. Apply now to join our dedicated pediatric healthcare team! Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com 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. Planet Healthcare Job ID 418575. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : PICU About Planet Healthcare Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today. Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare. Our Methodology Let's face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you're currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you're looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you've come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon. CLEVELAND | CHICAGO | RALEIGH | BOSTON | PHOENIX Benefits Medical benefits Vision benefits Dental benefits 401k retirement plan Weekly pay Referral bonus