Travel Registered Nurse - PICU | Derby, Kansas

Apply

Job Details

Location Derby, KS
Discipline RN-PICU
Date Posted October 07, 2026

Job Description

Experience the welcoming charm of Derby, KSa gateway to the dynamic culture and friendly communities of south-central Kansaswhile advancing your nursing career in a leading Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. This rewarding travel assignment places you in a high-acuity Level II Trauma environment, offering the chance to work with a collaborative, interdisciplinary team at a state-of-the-art children's hospital. Surrounded by the regions picturesque parks and vibrant arts scene, youll find plenty to explore during your downtime, from local eateries to scenic trails.

As a PICU RN here, youll gain exposure to a range of workplace practices and diverse leadership styles, expanding your skill set and professional adaptability. This role is ideal for those who thrive on managing complex pediatric cases, wish to deepen their expertise with advanced technology and EMR systems, and are eager to contribute to a teaching-focused environment.

Schedule:

  • 7:00 PM 7:00 AM, 12-hour night shifts

Qualifications:

  • At least 1 year of recent acute care hospital experience in a PICU setting
  • Current BLS and PALS certifications
  • Comfort using Meditech/CPN EMR
  • Strong patient care experience
  • Ability to excel under pressure and within a teaching hospital culture

Preferred Skills:

  • CRRT experience
  • APHON certification
  • Background in pediatric teaching hospital

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver direct care to critically ill pediatric patients, following best practices and hospital policies
  • Perform IV starts, blood draws, and TPT placements
  • Collaborate with intensivists, respiratory therapists, and case managers to provide optimal patient outcomes
  • Prioritize patient safety and family communication

Benefits & Perks:

  • Travel opportunities with meaningful adventures on your days off
  • Tax-advantaged stipends and personalized travel assistance
  • Premium compensation plus robust healthcare benefits and 401(k)
  • Stable employment and access to industry-leading professional development resources
  • The chance to work with tenure-rich teams using the latest equipment and technology

If you are ready to elevate your experience in a friendly, technology-forward pediatric ICU, submit your application today and start your next professional adventure in Derby, KS!

$1,815 - $1,920/Week Estimated weekly earnings represent hourly wages, based on 40 hours per week, and expense reimbursement for eligible candidates. The actual amount may vary based on hours worked, eligibility for reimbursements, and seasonal adjustments.

Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

Sunbelt is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. No question on the website is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment on any basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Application

  • No File Uploaded
    File size too large. Try Again

    We accept .doc, .docx, .txt, .rtf, .pdf, or .pdf and must be no larger than 3MB.