Travel PICU Jobs
Travel PICU professionals provide specialized healthcare services across diverse clinical settings. BHS Workforce currently has 19 open travel PICU positions across 6 states and 7 cities. The highest-volume markets are North Carolina (6), Ohio (4), Colorado (3). Typical contracts run 14 weeks at 36 hours per week. The current shift mix is 6 day, 13 night.
Licensing & Credential Requirements
North Carolina
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel PICU positions. North Carolina is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in North Carolina without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Ohio
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel PICU positions. Ohio is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Ohio without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Colorado
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel PICU positions. Colorado is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Colorado without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Iowa
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel PICU positions. Iowa is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Iowa without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Kansas
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel PICU positions. Kansas is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Kansas without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Pay Overview
Based on 19 current travel PICU assignments nationwide.
Travel PICU pay ranges from $1,898 to $3,259 per week, with a median of $2,543. The $1,361 spread reflects variation in shift differentials, location, and facility acuity. Packages include tax-free stipends averaging $1,342 per week for housing and meals.
Current Openings
| Specialty | Location | Pay | Shift |
|---|---|---|---|
| PICU | Cincinnati, OH | $3,259/wk | 4 x 12 Days |
| PICU | Asheville, NC | $2,782/wk | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| PICU | Asheville, NC | $2,782/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| PICU | Asheville, NC | $2,782/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| PICU | Asheville, NC | $2,782/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| PICU | Cincinnati, OH | $2,713/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| PICU | Cincinnati, OH | $2,713/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| PICU | Des Moines, IA | $2,566/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| PICU | Des Moines, IA | $2,566/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| PICU | Asheville, NC | $2,543/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
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