RN - Peds PACU

Cynet Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a qualified RN for Pediatric PACU in Washington, DC. The role focuses on post-anesthesia care for pediatric patients during night shifts with 12-hour periods. This contract runs for 13 weeks and requires current pediatric PACU experience.

Active state RN license is required, with BLS and PALS certifications. Prior experience in a Level I trauma center and with ventilated patients is highly valued. Scheduling will include rotation with start times between 6 AM and 11 AM.

Qualifications

• Active state RN license required; pending license accepted but must be issued before start date.
• BLS and PALS certifications are required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care and Pre Testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide post-anesthesia care for ventilated pediatric patients.
• Perform and monitor conscious sedation procedures.
• Monitor and respond to ICP changes and airway support.
• Collaborate in a Level I trauma center environment.
• Maintain pediatric PACU care standards and documentation.

Skills

Ventilated patient care

Conscious sedation

ICP monitoring

Level I trauma center experience

Pediatric PACU experience

Pediatric PACU 2+ years

Job description

RN - Peds PACU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Pediatric PACU

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12 Hours

Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care and Pre Testing experience required.

License: Active state license required prior to start. Pending license accepted for submission but must be issued before the start date.

Certifications: BLS, PALS

Must-Have:

• Care of ventilated patients


• Conscious sedation


• ICP monitoring


• Experience in a Level I trauma center


• Pediatric PACU experience


• 2 years Pediatric PACU experience

Description:Candidates must have recent experience in Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care.Shifts will be 3 nights per week for 12-hour periods.Scheduling will involve variable start times between 6 AM and 11 AM.There are no weekend or holiday shifts required.Call is not required for this position.Modules are required to be completed within the first week of the assignment.Missed shifts due to call-outs must be made up at the end of the contract.Time off requests are limited; one week maximum.All applicants must not have any background or license hits.Additional requirements include a preference for a holiday during the contract period.Pre-start modules must be completed prior to orientation, and these hours are non-billable.Candidates must be separated from the previous employer for at least one year to be considered for rehire.Compliance documents must be submitted prior to the start date, with no pending items.Travelers must float between critical care units, which will include all ages.Applicants must have a sound understanding of patient care in a pediatric environment.