Travel PICU Registered Nurse

ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

• Specialty:
  PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  02/02/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Opportunity:

RN - PICU

Job Details:

• Work 0.9 night shifts with flexible scheduling

• Float between departments and/or local locations within 20 miles as required

• Maintain patient ratios of 1:1-1:3 for holding Peds or SAC status patients

• Weekends required as needed by the unit

• On call/call back responsibilities as needed

• Utilize nursing process to provide direct patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation

• Coordinate patient care through collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians or standard protocols

• Provide clinical supervision of LPNs and non-licensed assistive personnel

• Meet patient and family learning and discharge needs throughout care episodes

• Complete patient population/age-specific/procedure and protocol education and competency testing per unit standards

• Pediatric Intensive Care Unit experience required with minimum two years current experience in 12+ bed PICU

• Must have successfully completed at least one 13-week travel assignment

• Pediatric CVICU experience preferred

• Epic EMR experience preferred

• Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required

• State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License required

• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required

• BLS and PALS must be completed through American Heart Association, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross

• Must be team player, flexible, and accustomed to fast-paced environment

Facility:

This healthcare facility operates a comprehensive pediatric intensive care unit with 12+ beds, providing specialized critical care services for pediatric patients. The facility maintains high standards for patient care with structured nursing ratios and protocols, offering opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. The organization emphasizes evidence-based practice and provides ongoing education and competency development for nursing staff.

Location:

Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque offers a unique blend of southwestern culture, beautiful desert landscapes, and outdoor recreation opportunities year-round, with the Sandia Mountains providing excellent hiking and skiing. The city provides an affordable cost of living compared to many metropolitan areas while offering rich cultural experiences, excellent cuisine, and a thriving healthcare community.

Adex Job  #. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

ADEX has been placing healthcare professionals across the US since 2004. Originally founded in Atlanta, GA, the company's headquarters are now located in Tampa, FL. JCAHO certified since 2009.

• Referral bonus