Travel RN - Pediatric ICU

American Traveler, LLC.; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly payroll

Free CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU travel assignment in New Jersey. Requires NJ state license or compact, at least 2 years PICU experience, BLS and PALS, and pass Basic Arrhythmia Exam.

Unit has 4 PICU beds and 8 convertible beds; night shift 19:00-07:30; every third weekend; floating to NICU and L&D. Local candidates within 75 miles receive local rate; first-time travelers not accepted; supervisory reference required; COVID vaccine booster required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience.
• Active NJ State or Compact RN license required.
• BLS and PALS certifications required.
• Must pass Basic Arrhythmia Exam with a minimum score of 80%.
• Proficiency in systematic EKG rhythm interpretation and rhythm identification.
• Experience with IV therapy and starting/maintaining IVs.
• Meditech charting experience preferred.
• Nursys verification and completed COVID-19 vaccination and booster required.

Responsibilities

• Care for critically ill pediatric patients in PICU.
• Maintain total patient care with RN supervision.
• Float to NICU and L&D/Postpartum as needed.
• Self-scheduling with manager final approval; weekend commitments.
• Utilize CPAP and high-flow oxygen equipment.
• Provide care for COVID-positive patients on unit.

Skills

PICU experience

EKG rhythm interpretation

Basic Arrhythmia Exam

IV therapy

Nursys verification

COVID vaccination

Tools

Meditech

Job description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring NJ or compact licensure and prior PICU experience.

Requirements

• Active NJ State or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience required
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• Must pass a Basic Arrhythmia Exam with a minimum score of 80%, no retakes permitted
• Proficiency in systematic EKG rhythm interpretation, heart rate calculations, and identification of atrial, ventricular, junctional, paced rhythms and heart blocks
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, and starting/maintaining IVs required
• Meditech charting experience preferred
• Current Nursys verification and proof of completed COVID-19 vaccination series and booster required for consideration
• One supervisory/manager reference dated within one year of assignment start required for consideration

Responsibilities

• PICU unit with 4 dedicated PICU beds and 8 convertible beds that can be monitored or general pediatric
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2 in PICU and 1:3-4 for pediatric patients
• Night shift, 3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30
• Every third weekend required
• Floating required to NICU (training provided) and to L&D/Postpartum as helping hands only
• Also subject to floating to the Ridgewood Observation Unit as needed
• No PCAs on unit, RNs provide total patient care
• Self-scheduling with manager final approval, block scheduling allowed with required weekend commitment
• Utilizes CPAP, Vapotherm, and high-flow oxygen equipment
• Cares for COVID-positive patients on this unit
• Provide direct bedside care for critically ill pediatric patients requiring intensive monitoring and support
• Local candidates within 75 miles are accepted at the local rate
• Prior permanent employees of the facility are not eligible for this travel assignment
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs

Job ID: P-761305

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