PALS-Certified Pediatric Travel RN - Night Shift

American Traveler, LLC.; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric RN for a night shift contract in Missouri. Requires PALS certification, MO license, and at least 2 years of recent pediatric nursing experience in teaching or larger hospital settings.

The position includes 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, 1:4–5 patient ratios, and mandatory floating across the organization. Travel and licensure reimbursements, housing allowance, and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• PALS certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of recent nursing experience.
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred.
• Previous charge experience preferred.
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and administration of blood/blood products.
• Experience with pediatric dosage calculations and medication administration, including anti-seizure meds.
• Competency in respiratory care including oxygen delivery systems and suctioning.
• Experience with GI care including feedings and NG tube management.
• Ability to perform physical job functions including ambulating, reaching, and moving objects over 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Pediatrics unit in a hospital setting, including Pediatric MedSurg, Oncology, and Step Down populations.
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:30.
• 36 or 48 hour contracts available.
• Patient ratio of 1:4-5.
• Cerner charting system preferred.
• Mandatory floating required across the organization (including as a sitter).
• Rotating holiday and inclement weather coverage required.
• Call responsibilities required.
• Weekend work required.
• Provide direct nursing care to pediatric patients across medsurg, oncology, and step-down units.
• Contacts with contagious patients in a 24/7 facility.
• Work at least 50% of holidays during the contract.
• RTO limited during orientation week.
• Travelers welcome; locals within 50 miles not eligible; 51-74 miles may be offered local rate.
• Travelers can work up to 3 consecutive 13-week contracts before a 6-month break.

Skills

PALS certification

2+ years nursing

Charge experience

IV therapy

Phlebotomy

Blood products

Pediatric dosing

Respiratory care

NG tube care

Mobility 20lbs+

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric RN for a night shift contract in Missouri. Requires PALS certification, MO license, and at least 2 years of recent pediatric nursing experience in teaching or larger hospital settings.

The position includes 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, 1:4–5 patient ratios, and mandatory floating across the organization. Travel and licensure reimbursements, housing allowance, and benefits are provided.