Travel RN - Pediatrics

American Traveler; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; 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

Traveler rewards and discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is hiring a Pediatric Acute RN for a Level 1 trauma children’s hospital in Illinois. The ideal candidate holds an active IL RN license with BLS and PALS, and has 2+ years of pediatric nursing experience. EPIC EMR proficiency is required for charting and orders.

The role features 12-hour day shifts (0700–1930), with every other weekend and holiday coverage. Floating to Mom/Baby is possible, with supervision from hospital leaders to ensure patient safety.

Qualifications

• Active IL RN license required.
• BLS (AHA) and PALS (AHA) certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required.
• Level 1 trauma center experience preferred.
• EPIC EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to pediatric acute patients including medical/surgical cases.
• Care for a pediatric population with diverse diagnoses within a Level 1 trauma center.
• Maintain nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4 and support unit with PCTs.
• Utilize EPIC EMR for patient documentation and orders.
• Support hospitalists and supervising staff during shifts.
• Work 12-hour day shifts, 0700-1930, with every other weekend and holiday coverage as required.
• Floating within the children’s hospital to Mom/Baby and other pediatric units as needed.

Skills

Level 1 trauma center experience

Active IL RN license

BLS (AHA) certification

PALS (AHA) certification

RN experience (2+ years)

Education

IL RN license

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

American Traveler is hiring a Pediatric Acute RN for a Level 1 trauma children's hospital, requiring an active IL RN license and 2+ years of experience.

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required
• BLS (AHA) and PALS (AHA) certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Level 1 trauma center experience
• EPIC EMR experience

Responsibilities

• Work in the Pediatric Acute unit, sharing space with Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, occupying 22 of 32 total beds with expansion capability based on census
• Care for a medical/surgical pediatric population with diagnoses including hyperbilirubinemia, neuro conditions, diabetes, failure to thrive, cystic fibrosis, COVID, and orthopedic cases
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:4
• PCTs support the unit at a ratio of 1:8-10
• Charge RN, Pediatric Crisis RN, and administrative supervisor support available 24/7
• Hospitalist coverage in house until approximately midnight with 24/7 resident coverage
• Utilize heated high flow and BiPAP respiratory equipment with specific parameters
• Care for monitored patients with support from a dedicated Pediatric monitor tech
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour day shifts, 0700-1930
• Every other weekend required (Sat/Sun for day shift)
• Holiday coverage required unless otherwise approved during interview
• Floating required within the children's hospital, including to Mom/Baby for baby assignments; no floating to ICUs unless experienced, and no chemo patients
• No mandatory call or standby requirement at this time
• Provide direct nursing care to pediatric acute patients including medical/surgical cases
• Unit-specific orientation consists of 2 shifts, with potential extension based on management and educator approval
• Scrub tops may be any color or pattern as long as pediatric-appropriate and non-revealing; scrub pants must be a solid, non-revealing color
• OSF is a Drug-Free Campus and requires a negative drug screen for all panels
• COVID vaccination is not required for this facility
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are eligible for a reduced local rate

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