Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 11/17/2025

Duration: 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours

Employment Type: Travel

PICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Columbus, Ohio

Advance your nursing career with a high-impact Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse (RN) travel contract in Columbus, Ohio (43205). Join a leading pediatric critical care team and provide expert clinical support to neonates, infants, children, and adolescents. Columbus is a top destination for Ohio nursing jobs, offering vibrant communities, a thriving arts scene, and beautiful parks—making it the perfect location for your next healthcare adventure.

Travel Nurse Job Details

Location: Columbus, Ohio (43205) – Central Ohio healthcare jobs

Facility Setting: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) – Critical Care Float Pool

Job Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) contract

Contract Length: 8 weeks

Start Date: November 10, 2025

End Date: January 5, 2026

Shift: Night shifts, 12 hours (19:00 – 07:30); 3x12s or 4x12s per week

Hours per Week: 36

Estimated Weekly Pay: $2430–$2490

Patient Ratios: 2:1

Holiday Requirement: Must start by 12/1; no time off requests permitted

PICU RN Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of recent Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) nursing experience

Active Ohio or Compact Registered Nurse (RN) license

BLS and PALS certifications required

Proficiency with EPIC charting (self-rated 3/4 or higher)

Ability to provide 2 professional references (one must be a manager or supervisor)

Willingness to float to NICU, CV PICU, Emergency Department (ED), stepdown, and MedSurg units

First-time travel nurses considered with 3+ years of experience and Level 1 Trauma experience

Cannot have worked as permanent staff for Nationwide Children’s Hospital in the past 2 years

Must reside outside a 60-mile radius from the facility

PICU RN Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU

Float to NICU, CV PICU, ED, stepdown, and MedSurg units as assigned

Perform advanced clinical skills: ventilator management, arterial line management, central/PICC line care, and hemodynamic monitoring

Administer medications including antiarrhythmics, anti-seizure drugs, IV vasopressors, and insulin

Assist with intubation, chest tube maintenance, and airway management

Interpret arterial blood gases and dysrhythmias

Provide wound care, vaccine administration, and pediatric dosage calculations

Maintain infection control and isolation precautions

Document patient care accurately using EPIC EMR

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.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 #424062. 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.

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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.

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Benefits

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401k retirement plan

Weekly pay

Referral bonus

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