Travel RN - Pediatrics

American Traveler, LLC.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Housing assistance

Travel reimbursement

Per diem

Job summary

American Traveler is hiring a Pediatrics RN for a night shift in the Pediatric MedSurg unit. The role requires 3 years of pediatric nursing experience and PALS certification, with an active TX license and BLS. Travel nursing experience is required and community hospital preference is noted.

The position features a 3x12-hour night schedule, every other weekend, and a 1:4 patient ratio. Onsite duties include float responsibilities and use of Allscripts charting; Altera experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Active TX or compact RN license required.
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required; CPHON, NRP, and OCN preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of pediatric nursing experience required.
• Previous charge nurse experience required.
• Travel nursing experience required.
• Community hospital experience preferred.
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and line care.
• Experience with blood products and TPN/lipids.
• Pediatric dosage calculations required.
• Experience with respiratory care including ventilators.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to pediatric patients on a MedSurg unit.
• Work night shift: 7p–7a, 3x12-hour schedule.
• Every other weekend required; patient ratio 1:4.
• Float to NICU and other floors/campuses as needed.
• Use Allscripts; Altera experience preferred but not required.
• Maintain Navy scrubs and safety protocols.
• Assist with procedures and oncology symptom management.
• Ensure compliance with drug screening and policy adherence.

Skills

RN license

PALS certification

BLS certification

Pediatric experience

Charge nurse

Travel nursing

IV therapy

Blood products

TPN administration

Ventilator care

Dysrhythmia interpretation

NG tube care

Tools

Allscripts

Altera

Job description

American Traveler is hiring a Pediatrics RN for a night shift Pediatric MedSurg unit position requiring 3 years of experience and PALS certification.

Requirements

• Active TX or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required; CPHON, NRP, and OCN preferred
• Minimum 3 years of pediatric nursing experience required
• Previous charge nurse experience required
• Travel nursing experience required
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and central/peripheral line care
• Experience with administration of blood and blood products
• Experience with TPN/lipids administration
• Pediatric dosage calculation skills required
• Experience managing respiratory conditions including tracheostomy care, oxygen delivery systems, and chest tube management
• Ventilator and BiPAP/CPAP management experience preferred
• Experience with NG tube insertion and management, and infant feeding support
• Knowledge of seizure disorders and anti-seizure medication administration
• Experience with insulin administration; insulin pump experience preferred
• Skilled in wound assessment/care and infection prevention/isolation precautions
• Experience with indwelling urinary catheter insertion and management
• Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias preferred
• Familiarity with Pediatric Early Warning Score (PEWS) and Rapid Response Team protocols

Responsibilities

• Work in the Pediatric MedSurg unit
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (7p-7a)
• Every other weekend required
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Float to NICU required, with flexibility to float to other floors or campuses
• Uses Allscripts charting system; Altera experience preferred but not required
• Navy scrubs required
• Provide direct nursing care to pediatric patients on a MedSurg unit
• Assist with procedures such as lumbar punctures and chemotherapy administration/monitoring
• Support oncology patients including chemotherapy symptom management
• Must live 150 miles or more from the facility to be considered
• Previous facility staff must wait at least 1 year after leaving permanent employment before returning as a traveler
• Facility conducts its own onsite drug screening, including marijuana testing, upon arrival
• Candidates must avoid substances that could result in a positive drug screen upon arrival, including CBD products
• Lab work must be completed within 72 hours of accepting the offer or have a documented completion plan
• Orientation includes non-billable training modules averaging 6-8 hours

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 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