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Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $2,448 per week

PlanetHealthcare, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224

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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:

12/01/2025 Duration:

13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift:

12 hours Employment Type:

Travel PICU Registered Nurse – Locum Tenens Travel Nursing Job in Columbus, Ohio

Advance your nursing career with a high-impact locum tenens opportunity as a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse in Columbus, Ohio (43205). Join a leading Ohio healthcare team and provide expert clinical support to critically ill pediatric patients in a top-rated hospital. This travel nursing job offers a vibrant urban setting, excellent amenities, and the chance to make a difference in pediatric healthcare.

PICU RN Job Details – Columbus, OH

Assignment Type:

Locum tenens (Travel Registered Nurse)

Location:

Columbus, Ohio 43205

Start Date:

October 20, 2025

End Date:

January 19, 2026

Duration:

13-week contract

Shift:

4x12-hour day shifts (07:00 – 19:30)

Hours per Week:

36

Estimated Weekly Salary Range:

$2250-$2310

Healthcare Setting:

Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Float Pool

Patient Ratios:

2:1

Orientation:

8 hours

Weekend Coverage:

Required

Floating:

Required to NICU, CV PICU, Emergency Department (ED), stepdown, and MedSurg units as needed

PICU Registered Nurse Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of recent PICU RN experience in a U.S. hospital

Active Ohio or Compact Registered Nurse license (must be current at submission)

BLS and PALS certifications (American Heart Association preferred)

Proficiency with Epic electronic health record (EHR) system (self-rated 3/4 or higher)

Willingness to float to NICU, CV PICU, ED, stepdown, and MedSurg units

Two professional references required (one must be a manager or supervisor)

Commitment to complete the full 13-week assignment through the New Year

First-time travel nurses considered (3+ years of experience and Level 1 Trauma experience preferred)

Cannot have worked as permanent staff at the facility within the past 2 years

No local candidates (must live outside a 60-mile radius of Columbus, OH)

PICU RN Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, compassionate nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU and other assigned units

Float to NICU, CV PICU, Emergency Department, stepdown, and MedSurg units as required

Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions and responses to treatment

Administer medications, blood products, and manage advanced medical equipment (ventilators, arterial lines, central lines, etc.)

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans

Educate and support pediatric patients and their families throughout the care process

Maintain strict adherence to infection control, patient safety, and hospital protocols

Apply now

to join our Columbus, Ohio healthcare team as a PICU Registered Nurse and take the next step in your travel nursing career! Benefits

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.

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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 #413085. 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

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