PICU Travel Nurse Job in New Brunswick, NJ | Nights (3x12)
RWJ University Hospital - New Brunswick
New Brunswick, NJ
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Travel RN
PICU Nurse in New Brunswick, NJ
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$2,711
Specialty
PICU
Travel · RN
Shift
Nights
3×12 hrs
Start Date
11/02
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This PICU travel nurse job in New Brunswick, New Jersey, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel PICU Registered Nurse (RN) contract at RWJ University Hospital - New Brunswick. This role pays $2,711 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: RWJ University Hospital - New Brunswick
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Location: New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Nights (3x12)
Travel PICU Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent PICU experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by New Jersey and national regulatory bodies.
RWJ University Hospital New Brunswick — New Brunswick, NJ
New Brunswick, NJ
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick is the flagship of RWJBarnabas Health and the principal teaching hospital of Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School — a 600-plus-bed academic center for central New Jersey's most complex cases.
- A Level I adult trauma center and New Jersey's first designated pediatric trauma center, backed by a new trauma intensive-care unit with 12 ICU rooms (opened 2024). Read More
- A six-time Magnet nursing organization — which RWJUH describes as one of only seven in the world to earn the credential six consecutive times.
- The flagship hospital of the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey — the state's only NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, with proton therapy among its options.
- Heart, kidney, and pancreas transplantation and a recognized cardiovascular program, plus a comprehensive stroke center, concentrating transplant, cardiac, and neuro acuity.
- The Bristol-Myers Squibb Children's Hospital (about 90 beds, Level I pediatric trauma), within what RWJUH calls New Jersey's largest academic medical center.
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FAQs – PICU Travel Nurse Jobs Near New Brunswick, NJ
What certifications do travel PICU jobs require?
Most travel PICU jobs require BLS and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Units that admit neonates may also ask for NRP, and units that admit older adolescents and young adults may require ACLS as well. The CCRN (Pediatric) credential may be preferred but rarely required.
What skills are required for travel PICU jobs?
PICU assignments commonly require confidence with ventilators, high-flow oxygen, weight-based dosing, vasoactive drips, and rapid changes in pediatric condition. The age range and most common admissions vary significantly by hospital, so compare the unit's population and therapies with your recent PICU experience.
Can I take a travel PICU job with adult ICU or NICU experience?
Most facilities still want recent PICU experience because pediatric assessment, developmental differences, and weight-based care are central to the role. Adult ICU or NICU experience may help in some settings, but whether it qualifies you is facility-specific and should be confirmed before applying.
What kind of trauma experience can RNs get at RWJUH New Brunswick?
RWJUH New Brunswick is a Level I adult trauma center and also supports pediatric trauma care. ED, trauma, and critical-care travelers may work with high-acuity patients requiring advanced stabilization, surgery, and intensive monitoring.
What nursing recognition does Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick hold?
RWJUH describes its nursing practice as one of only seven in the world to earn Magnet recognition six consecutive times — a strong draw for travelers who value Magnet environments.
What charting system will travel PICU nurses use at RWJUH New Brunswick?
RWJUH New Brunswick uses Epic as part of RWJBarnabas Health. Travelers with prior Epic experience may already be comfortable with many of the core documentation workflows.
Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Licensing in New Jersey
Compact license accepted. New Jersey is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, and our team handles endorsement and renewals for you.
See the New Jersey Licensing Center →
Explore New Brunswick, NJ
New Brunswick, NJ holds a dense medical district along the Northeast Corridor, built around large hospitals like Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. The local network can require recurring RN coverage in surgical suites and labor-and-delivery units across the metro. Rutgers and the Robert Wood Johnson medical school give the district an academic-medicine character, with specialized programs packed into a small footprint. Travelers benefit from the city's rail access, which simplifies movement between New Brunswick and nearby Edison, Highland Park, or Piscataway. After a demanding rotation, the Raritan River paths and a compact downtown arts scene make for low-key breaks. The Corridor puts both New York and Philadelphia within a train ride, which shapes how many travelers think about basing here.
Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard
At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.
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Travel PICU · New Brunswick, NJ · $2,711 /wk