Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit - $2,729 per week in Kansas City, MO

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Location: Kansas City, MO Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,729 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 3/2/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PICU RN in Kansas City, Missouri, 64108! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 1 year experience as a traveler in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit setting is required. License: Candidates must possess both Missouri and Kansas state licenses or a compact license. Certifications: ACLS BLS PALS Must-Have: Candidates must have at least 12 months of experience in a traveler setting. Description: This position is for a Registered Nurse specializing in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. The ideal candidate should have experience caring for critically ill pediatric patients. Nurses will provide advanced illness management and health promotion for patients requiring critical care. They will utilize the nursing process and scientific principles to deliver high-quality, comprehensive, family-centered care. Continuous monitoring and reacting to changes in clinical status is essential. Patient and family education, advocacy for complex needs, and care coordination with the multidisciplinary team are key responsibilities. Additional responsibilities include managing ventilated patients, ICP monitoring, and interpreting dysrhythmias. This role involves caring for a diverse patient population, including neonates, infants, and adolescents with various acute and chronic conditions. All nurses will float between facilities as needed. Only AHA certifications for BLS and ACLS will be accepted. Eligible candidates should have a strong background in pediatric critical care nursing. Candidates may be subjected to medication/dosage testing during the first week of orientation. A successful passing grade is required to continue in the position. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing As a travel nurse, you'll work in various healthcare settings, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations, medical procedures, and healthcare systems. This broadens your clinical skills and enhances your adaptability. Different regions may incorporate alternative medicine practices into healthcare. Exposure to these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of holistic patient care. In some assignments, travel nurses may have opportunities to participate in health education initiatives, promoting preventive care and wellness in the community. Stand out in the competitive healthcare field by showcasing a resume filled with varied experiences in different regions and healthcare settings. Employers value the adaptability and resilience gained through travel nursing. Working in various healthcare settings exposes you to different patient populations, diseases, and treatment methods. This exposure enhances your ability to adapt and learn, making you a more versatile and knowledgeable healthcare professional. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29371156EXPTEMP

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