Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics ER - Emergency Room
Albuquerque, NM
Wellspring Nurse Source
4x12 hrs, Nights

We are seeking a highly skilled Pediatric ER Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pediatric emergency care and be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional nursing care to pediatric patients in the emergency department.
• Assess, triage, and prioritize patient needs in a timely manner.
• Administer medications and carry out treatment plans under the supervision of the medical staff.
• Utilize skills in phlebotomy, starting IVs, and interpreting 12 Lead EKGs and cardiac dysrhythmias.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Occasionally float to pediatric admission floors as needed by staffing requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of pediatric ER experience required, preferably in a Pediatric ED or combined Adult/Pedi ED.
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIH, PALS, and ENPC.
• COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory, with religious and medical exemptions acceptable upon proper documentation.
• Local candidates living within 100 miles are not eligible.
• Pending licenses are accepted.

Schedule and Availability

• Travelers must be available to work on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day to qualify for holiday pay.
• Weekend shifts will be scheduled as needed, with weekend days considered Saturday and Sunday, and weekend nights considered Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
• Guaranteed hours are 36 per week, with the potential for call-offs during the assignment period.
• Time-off requests greater than 7 days require approval.

Unit Details

• Patient-to-nurse ratio is 1:4 for days, nights, and weekends, but may increase during high census periods.
• Experience in trauma and resuscitation is preferred.
• Charting is conducted using Cerner software.
• No parking fees for staff.

Additional Information

• New contracts and extensions must be a minimum of 10 weeks.
• A 6-month break is required after completing 4 consecutive assignments or upon reaching the 1-year mark.
• Overtime will be paid after 48 hours for contracts signed after a specified date.

If you are a dedicated Pediatric ER Registered Nurse with the required experience and skills, we encourage you to apply for this exceptional opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our young patients.