RN - Peds MS

Cynet Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatrics MS assignment in Sacramento, CA. This 13-week travel role requires skilled care in pediatric medical-surgical units, with the ability to float to PICU/NICU as needed.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years pediatric nursing experience, holds an active RN license, and is proficient with EPIC. BLS/PALS recommended; APHON preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years pediatric nursing experience.
• Active RN license required.
• BLS, PALS; APHON preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer blood products and chemotherapy when applicable.
• Provide breastfeeding support and manage breast milk.
• Care for ports and perform central line blood draws.
• Monitor pediatric patients and respond to changes in status.
• Float to PICU/NICU as needed and ensure infection control practices.

Skills

Pediatric nursing

IV administration

Monitoring patient status

Critical care nursing

Tools

EPIC

Job description

RN - Peds MS

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Pediatrics

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 2 years pediatric experience

License: Active RN License

Certifications: BLS, PALS, APHON (preferred)

Must-Have:

• 2 years pediatric experience


• Prior travel experience


• EPIC experience


• Willingness to float to PICU/NICU

Description:Primary position in Pediatrics.Will float to PICU/NICU as needed.Requires administration of blood and blood products.Responsible for the administration of chemotherapy when applicable.Skilled in handling body fluids post chemotherapy.Provides breastfeeding support and manages breast milk.Experienced in the care and management of ports.Conducts central line blood draws.Responsible for the care of central line and implanted line management.Skilled in various feeding techniques including bottle, breast, and gavage.Monitors and manages pediatric patients with fractures.Provides care for patients with hyperbilirubinemia.Implements infection prevention measures.Inserts and manages indwelling urinary catheters.Administers insulin and manages isolation precautions and PPE.Manages chest tubes effectively.Monitors chemotherapy patients.Manages patients with neuromuscular disease.Inserts and manages NG tubes.Skilled in oral and nasal suctioning.Provides oxygen delivery systems as required.Calculates pediatric dosages accurately.Utilizes Pediatric Early Warning Score (PEWS) and participates in Rapid Response Teams.Provides general pediatric medical-surgical care.Experience with pediatric oncology is a plus.Provides care in pediatric step-down units.Manages peripheral line care and maintenance.Responsible for post-cardiac catheterization care.Monitors and manages seizure disorders.Skilled in starting and maintaining IVs.Provides effective symptom management.Utilizes telemetry for remote monitoring.Administers TPN and lipids as necessary.Conducts wound assessments and care.