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 in Des Moines, Iowa (50309). This travel nursing job offers you the chance to provide critical care to infants, children, and teens in a state-of-the-art, family-centered PICU. Des Moines is a top Midwest healthcare destination, known for its vibrant downtown, welcoming community, and scenic parks—making it an ideal location for your next travel RN assignment. PICU RN Job Details Location: Des Moines, IA 50309 (Iowa healthcare jobs) Setting: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) – 12 private patient rooms Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse Contract Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (Start: 11/10/2025 – End: 2/9/2026) Shifts: 3x12 hour night shifts per week (36 hours/week) Weekend/Holiday: Every 3rd weekend, including holiday rotation On-Call: None EMR: EPIC Estimated Weekly Pay: $2100–$2250 PICU Registered Nurse Qualifications Minimum 2 years of recent Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) nursing experience Active Iowa RN license (Iowa nursing jobs) Current PALS (AHA) and BLS (AHA) certifications Experience with EPIC EMR Willingness to float to Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Emergency Department (ED) patient holds as needed Skills checklist completed within 1 year of submission One supervisory performance evaluation/reference from within the past 2 years PICU RN Responsibilities Deliver high-quality, compassionate nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in a collaborative, interdisciplinary healthcare team Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in the PICU Communicate effectively with patients, families, and clinical staff Float to NICU (caring for stable "feeders and growers") and ED patient holds as required Participate in scheduled holiday and weekend rotations Maintain accurate and timely documentation using EPIC EMR Take the next step in your travel nursing career with this rewarding Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse job in Des Moines, Iowa. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in the lives of children and families— apply now for this PICU RN travel assignment! 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 418569. 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

Location: Des Moines, Iowa, US

Posted Date: 10/13/2025