Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Rapid City, SD
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Flexible

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring PICU experience and proficiency with the Epic charting system.

Responsibilities

• Work within a 5-bed PICU and a general 15-bed pediatric unit in a hospital setting
• Patient population includes infants to young adults (0-18) and stable adult overflow cases
• Care for a wide range of patient diagnoses including respiratory illness, chronic diseases, general surgeries, trauma, and critical or intensive pediatric cases
• RN-to-patient ratios are 1:5 for general pediatrics and 1:1–2 for advanced care pediatrics
• EMR system is Epic; proficiency is required
• Omnicell medication dispensing system is used
• Floating may be required to NICU with feeder/grower patients at a 1:3 ratio
• 12-hour variable shift schedule with every other weekend required
• May be placed on low census or on-call status
• Holiday coverage is required for all holidays
• Daily responsibilities include assessment, administering medications, patient/family education, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team
• Support provided by charge nurse, CNA, nurse clinician/educator, phlebotomy, RT, hospitalist, pharmacy, case management, and social work
• RNs and nurse aides draw their own labs and start their own IVs, with ultrasound available
• Pre-employment testing and vaccination in accordance with hospital policy may be required
• One day facility orientation and two-day unit orientation with preceptor
• Dress code is navy scrubs
• Traveler-friendly environment with a supportive and collaborative culture
• Free parking available in the parking garage
• Time off approved only if pre-arranged and pre-approved

Requirements

• Active SD or compact RN license
• Minimum 1.5 years of general nursing experience required
• PICU experience required, including ability to titrate drips and care for mechanically ventilated patients
• Current BLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Completion of a board-approved nursing education program
• Physical assessment skills for patients from infancy through adulthood
• Proficient in evaluating symptoms, vital signs, and patient/family education
• Proficient with Epic charting system
• First-time travelers considered only with more than 2 years of experience
• Must live more than 100 miles from the facility; local travelers not accepted

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