Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $2,570 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare - PH Division
Location: Denver
Posted on: January 7, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Denver, Colorado. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 01/26/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel PICU Charge Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift Travel Nursing Job in Denver, CO Advance your nursing career as a PICU Charge Registered Nurse (RN) in Denver, Colorado (80204). This travel contract offers an exceptional opportunity to lead pediatric critical care in a combined Pediatric and PICU unit at a top trauma center. Experience the best of Denver healthcare jobs while enjoying the city's vibrant culture, outdoor activities, and scenic mountain views in a supportive clinical environment. Key Job Details – PICU RN Travel Contract - Location: Denver, CO 80204 (Colorado nursing jobs) - Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse Contract - Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,220 – $2,280 - Start Date: November 17, 2025 (flexible) - End Date: February 16, 2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - Shift: 3x12-hour night shifts (19:00 – 07:30) - Hours per Week: 36 - On-Call: 1 mandatory on-call per 4-week schedule (rarely called in) - Weekend Requirement: Up to every weekend - Charting System: EPIC EHR - Unit: Combined Pediatric and PICU (20 pediatric beds, 8 PICU beds) PICU Charge RN Qualifications - Active Colorado or Compact Registered Nurse (RN) license - Minimum 2 years of recent Charge RN experience in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) or preceptor experience - Level II trauma nursing experience required - Certifications (AHA required): BLS, ACLS, PALS - EPIC EHR charting experience preferred - COVID-19 vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered) - Must pass pre-employment drug screening, including THC/marijuana panel - Willingness to float within clinical expertise as needed - First-time travel nurses welcome PICU Charge Nurse Responsibilities - Lead and coordinate care as the Charge RN for pediatric and PICU patients - Manage patient assignments based on acuity (ratios typically 1:3; new trauma patients 1:1, transitioning to 1:2 as acuity decreases) - Supervise and support nursing staff, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based pediatric care - Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including PT, RT, Pharmacy, Social Services, and more - Utilize advanced clinical skills in ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, central line care, and pediatric critical care procedures - Maintain accurate clinical documentation using EPIC EHR - Participate in mandatory on-call rotation and weekend coverage as scheduled - Adhere to infection control and patient safety protocols Explore rewarding PICU nursing jobs in Denver, Colorado. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in pediatric critical care. Apply now to start your travel nursing career in Denver! 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. 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 415183. 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 GHR Healthcare - PH Division For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.

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