Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $1,810 per week

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

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Nurse Alexandria, LA. This position involves providing specialized critical care to pediatric patients within a dedicated unit at a healthcare facility. The role requires a compassionate approach and the ability to manage complex patient needs in a fast-paced environment, supporting the organizations commitment to high-quality, efficient, and compassionate healthcare services.

Job Details

• Position Description: Responsibilities include delivering critical care to pediatric patients, performing procedures such as spinal taps, port access/discontinuation, intubation/extubation, and managing critical drips. The role involves working on a 12-hour night shift with a minimum of 36 hours per week.


• Required Qualifications: Certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); relevant pediatric intensive care nursing experience; education and degree requirements as per state and professional standards.


• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours, minimum 36 hours per week.


• Additional Information: The position may involve floating to Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Nursery for low acuity cases and to Obstetrics/Gynecology units if qualified. The role requires a self-starter, organized, patient-focused individual capable of multitasking and prioritizing effectively.


• Submission Requirements: Interested candidates should ensure they meet the outlined qualifications and submit their application accordingly.

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 #1333964. 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

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.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus