Registered Nurse PICU

Location: Cincinnati, OH
Profession: Registered Nurse

Posted: 8/28/2026
Salary: $2520/weekly

Weekly Hours: 36
Shift: Rotating

Job Details

Job Title

Registered Nurse – PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit)

Location

Cincinnati, OH

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Rotating Shifts (Days and Nights) | 3x12-Hour Shifts | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) setting with patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2
  • Float as needed within the hospital, including to the Cardiac ICU (CVPICU), based on census and staffing needs
  • Work rotating day and night shifts (7:00–19:00 and 19:00–7:00) based on unit need
  • Work a minimum of every other weekend (EOW) and a minimum of 2 holidays during the contract
  • Adhere to unit protocols, charting requirements, and compliance standards throughout the assignment

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years of recent PICU experience required
  • Active RN license – single-state Ohio or valid compact (multi-state) license required at time of submission
  • BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
  • Must be fully vaccinated (no exceptions)
  • No previous license disciplinary actions or hits on record
  • Supervisor reference within the past 2 years required

Preferred Experience / Skills

  • Prior exposure to Cardiac ICU (CICU/CVPICU) environments
  • Experience with Epic electronic health record system
  • Any additional nursing certifications (e.g., ANCC) are a plus

Why Join Us

  • First-time travelers are welcome, provided the 2-year specialty experience requirement is met
  • Blocked scheduling may be accommodated for candidates willing to work all weekends (Friday–Sunday)

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