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Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Charlottesville, VA

Pediatric travel nurse opportunity in Charlottesville, VA for an experienced critical care RN with PICU and NICU expertise. Join a dynamic pediatric float pool and provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care across specialized pediatric units in this on-site travel contract. This opportunity is ideal for a Pediatric Critical Care Registered Nurse who is confident caring for patients in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and other pediatric clinical environments. Charlottesville offers a welcoming community, rich history, scenic Blue Ridge Mountain surroundings, and an engaging blend of outdoor recreation, culture, and local dining.

Pediatric Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250–$2,370
• Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
• Healthcare Setting: Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool
• Travel Nursing Contract: 52 weeks
• Start Date: November 23, 2026
• Nursing Schedule: 36 hours per week; 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
• Weekend and Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend and every other holiday; two of the three winter holidays may be required
• Float Areas: PICU, NICU, acute pediatrics, pediatric emergency department, and occasionally Labor & Delivery or Mother/Baby based on staffing needs
• Scheduling Note: Block scheduling cannot be guaranteed

Pediatric Critical Care RN Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of PICU nursing experience
• Previous NICU nursing experience required; pediatric float pool experience may be considered
• Comfort caring for patients across pediatric settings, including acute pediatrics and the pediatric emergency department
• Active Virginia Registered Nurse (RN) license; pending licenses may be considered if obtained before the required deadline
• Current BLS, NRP, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Infant-Driven Feeding Certificate required; candidates with the certification pending may be considered
• Recent Epic electronic medical record (EMR) experience
• Previous travel nursing experience
• Ability to float within the RN’s scope of practice as needed
• Pediatric PACU experience preferred
• BSN preferred
• Seasonal influenza vaccination required

Pediatric Critical Care RN Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, individualized nursing care to neonates, infants, children, adolescents, and pediatric patients with complex medical and surgical needs.
• Float between the PICU, NICU, acute pediatric units, and pediatric emergency department according to clinical needs and staffing requirements.
• Provide care for critically ill patients requiring mechanical ventilation, vasoactive infusions, invasive monitoring, respiratory support, ECMO, ventricular assist devices, and other advanced therapies.
• Care for neonatal patients with prematurity, respiratory distress, congenital conditions, surgical needs, and other complex diagnoses.
• Support patients recovering from cardiac, neurologic, orthopedic, transplant, and general surgical conditions.
• Perform comprehensive assessments, administer medications and treatments, manage lines and drains, and monitor patient responses to therapy.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, rehabilitation professionals, pharmacy, social services, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Provide family-centered education, emotional support, and clear communication throughout the patient’s care journey.
• Document accurately and efficiently in Epic while maintaining compliance with pediatric and neonatal care standards.
• Participate in neonatal resuscitation and high-acuity interventions within the RN’s training, competency, and scope of practice.

Apply now for this Pediatric Critical Care RN travel nursing opportunity in Charlottesville, Virginia, and join a dedicated pediatric healthcare team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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.