Concentric Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.
Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.
Job Title
Registered Nurse – PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit)
Location
Springfield, MO | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 13-Week Travel Assignment | Days, 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM | Expected 36 hours/week
Key Responsibilities
- Utilize the nursing process to perform direct patient care activities for all age groups, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Monitor and coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient care and comfort
- Evaluate the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers and maintain professional accountability
- Coordinate patient care in conjunction with other departments while maintaining patient rights and confidentiality
- Float as needed to NICU, PICU, Pediatric medical floor, or Peds ED based on patient volumes
- Function within the scope of nursing practice consistent with established guidelines, including applicable state Nurse Practice Act standards
Required Qualifications
- Current RN license; must meet criteria for licensure in the state of Missouri or currently hold Missouri licensure
- BLS and PALS certifications from AHA only required
- TNCC certification required
- Minimum 2 years of PICU experience; must be ventilator competent
- At least 1 year of post-orientation experience required
- Flu vaccination or facility-approved exemption required November 1 – April 1; declinations are not accepted
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience with diverse patient populations including Trauma, Burn, Neurosurgery, Pediatric Surgery, Respiratory, Sepsis, Endocrinology, Hematology/Oncology, and Orthopedics
- Proficiency with EPIC EMR
- Demonstrated flexibility and ability to function as a collaborative team player in a high-acuity environment
Why Join Us
- Work in a recognized Level 1 Trauma and Burn Center with a 12-bed PICU, structured patient ratios (ICU 2:1, Intubated 1:1, Peds status 3:1), and no on-call requirements
- Springfield, MO offers a vibrant community with attractions including nationally recognized museums, parks, local dining, breweries, and more
Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID #781103. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - PICU
About Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
