PICU

Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) — Travel RN

Asheville, NC | Nights | 13-Week Contract

This travel nursing opportunity is in a PICU/Pediatric Stepdown unit serving a high-acuity pediatric population in western North Carolina. The unit manages complex patients requiring intensive monitoring and advanced interventions in a fast-paced pediatric environment.

Shift & Schedule

• Nights: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week
• Must work 3 weekends per 6-week schedule

Patient Population & Procedures

The unit cares for critically ill pediatric patients across PICU and stepdown acuity levels. Procedures performed include:

• IV starts and catheterizations
• Central line dressing changes
• Hemodynamic monitoring
• ICP monitoring
• Ventilator management
• Trach care
• Tube feeding and placement
• Holding for lumbar punctures

Staffing

• PICU ratio: 1 RN to 1–2 patients
• Stepdown ratio: 1 RN to 2–3 patients
• HUC support available 9 AM–9 PM; tech shared with PICU

Float Requirements

Travelers may be asked to float to Pediatrics and NICU.

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license
• Minimum 1 year of PICU experience
• BLS and PALS (American Heart Association) required

Dress Code

All navy, all white, or navy pants with white tops.

Contract Details

• Start Date: July 30, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Location: Asheville, NC