Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Charlotte, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring a NC or compact license and strong high-acuity pediatric critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Position is based in a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and teaching hospital
• Pediatric ICU unit with 24 beds and an average census of 21-23 patients
• Works with a diverse high-acuity pediatric population including respiratory, trauma, DKA, seizures, neurosurgical, renal failure, orthopedic, surgical, transplants, and complex medical cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratio varies based on acuity from 2:1, 1:1, to 1:2
• Day shift hours are 0700-1930 with 12-hour shifts three days per week on a 6-week schedule
• Weekend rotation requires working 2 Fridays, 2 Saturdays, 2 Sundays, and 2 Mondays per 6-week period
• Travelers must work 75% of holidays and cover both the eve and day of every other holiday while on contract
• Floating required to Pediatric CVICU, NICU, Neonatal PCU, and General Pediatrics as needed
• Uses EPIC EMR, Alaris and Medfusion pumps, Omnicell med dispensing, Belmont Rapid Infuser, Phillips monitors, and Artic Sun
• Responsibilities include complex pediatric critical care interventions, vasoactive drip management, invasive line care, chest tubes, g-tube/j-tube/feedings, and bedside procedures
• Strong multidisciplinary team support available, including 24/7 intensivists, charge nurses, unit secretaries, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, resource nurse, respiratory therapists, and advanced practice providers
• Centralized and bedside monitoring systems are utilized
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Mandatory orientation consists of new employee orientation and 2 days of departmental training
• Navy scrubs are required
• Free parking is provided on-site
• Unit culture emphasizes teamwork, trust, accountability, and respect

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and PALS certifications are mandatory
• Minimum of 2 years recent high-acuity Pediatric ICU experience required
• Proficiency with EPIC EMR, Artic Sun, external ventricular drains (EVDs), Camino device, Belmont Rapid Infuser, vasoactive drip titration, management of invasive lines, and ventilator/trach management
• Competency to float to Pediatric CVICU, Neonatal PCU, NICU, and General Pediatrics is expected
• Applicants must reside at least 50 miles from the home unit

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