Registered Nurse, Critical Care (Pediatric ICU) – Travel - 25-33548


Healthcare - Upstate NY - Syracuse, NY
Syracuse, New York
Locations: Syracuse, Liverpool, North Syracuse, Rome
Posted On: December 01, 2025
Last Day to Apply: December 15, 2025
Pay: From $60.00 per hour

Job Description – RN, Critical Care (Pediatric ICU) – Travel

Location - Syracuse, NY 

Shift: Days
Role Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced Pediatric ICU RN for a high-acuity critical care environment. Candidates must have strong pediatric critical care skills and experience in a Level 1 or Level 2 trauma center. Minimal orientation is provided, so the nurse must be able to perform independently in a fast-paced PICU setting.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Experience:

    • Minimum 3 years of recent PICU experience (within the last 2 years)

    • Must have experience in a Level 1 or Level 2 trauma center

    • Travelers must have experience in facilities of similar or larger size/acuity

  • Licensure & Certifications:

    • Active New York State RN license

    • BLS certification (must be able to be recertified as needed)

  • EMR:

    • EPIC experience preferred

  • Additional Requirements:

    • Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills

    • Must have no history of license suspension, investigation, or liability claims

    • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

    • Must pass pre-employment health screening, drug screening, and background check

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients

  • Perform comprehensive assessments and respond rapidly to changes in condition

  • Manage ventilators, drips, and advanced pediatric critical care interventions

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, respiratory therapy, and support staff

  • Document accurately in the electronic medical record (EPIC preferred)

  • Function independently with minimal supervision in a high-acuity environment

Required & Preferred Skills

  • Required:

    • 3+ years PICU experience

    • Experience in a Level 1 or Level 2 trauma hospital

    • Active NYS RN license

  • Highly Desired:

    • Level 1 trauma hospital experience

    • EPIC EMR experience

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