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PICU | Registered Nurse

GHR HealthcareCleveland, OHTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Cleveland, OH
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Sep 23, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$64.17
Weekly
$2,310
Yearly (full-time)
$120,120
Start date
10/23/2026

This job pays about $64.17/hour — 62% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Ohio ($39.67/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse - Travel Job in Cleveland, Ohio

Travel to Cleveland, Ohio (44195) for a 13-week PICU Registered Nurse opportunity in a fast-paced pediatric critical care setting. Located in a welcoming city along Lake Erie, Cleveland offers a vibrant mix of neighborhoods, arts, dining, and waterfront scenery, creating an appealing backdrop for your travel assignment. Join a dynamic healthcare team, care for complex pediatric patients, and make a meaningful impact in a top-tier hospital environment.

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Registered Nurse (RN) with Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience to provide exceptional bedside care in a high-acuity setting. This travel nursing job is ideal for a nurse who thrives on night shift schedules, values teamwork, and is confident caring for critically ill children and adolescents.

Job Details

  • Position: PICU Registered Nurse - Travel
  • Location: Cleveland, OH 44195
  • Assignment Length: 13 weeks
  • Schedule: 3x12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
  • Hours Per Week: 36
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250 - $2,370
  • Start Date: 10/23/2026
  • Type: Travel RN
  • Setting: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 1 year of combined permanent experience in the specialty required
  • Active permanent Ohio RN license or compact RN license in hand at time of submission
  • Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required
  • NIHSS certification preferred
  • Experience with EKG rhythm recognition and inotropic support
  • Ability to care for pediatric and adolescent patients with complex needs in a critical care environment
  • One reference from a manager, assistant nurse manager, supervisor, or director in the specialty within the past 12 months
  • Must be available to work at least every other holiday
  • Must successfully complete ECG rhythm recognition and safe medication competency assessments during orientation

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU
  • Monitor patient status, assess changes in condition, and respond quickly to clinical needs
  • Administer medications and manage therapies, including inotropes, according to clinical standards
  • Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to support safe, effective treatment plans
  • Maintain accurate documentation and uphold patient safety practices throughout every shift
  • Support families with professionalism, compassion, and clear communication during challenging times
  • Contribute to a positive, team-focused environment in a high-acuity pediatric critical care setting

Apply now to join this Cleveland, Ohio PICU travel nursing opportunity and take the next step in your pediatric critical care career.

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.

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