Travel Pediatric ICU Registered Nurse
Albuquerque, NM
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced PICU RN with two years of recent pediatric ICU and travel experience, holding an NM or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit within a hospital setting
• Patient population includes critically ill pediatric patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:3 depending on patient status
• Must be able to float between departments or local locations within 20 miles
• 12-hour night shifts with weekend and on-call coverage as needed by the unit
• Epic EMR is used; experience is preferred but not required
• Responsibilities include direct patient care, assessment, care planning, implementation, documentation, and coordination with families and healthcare team
• Must be flexible, team-oriented, and able to adapt to a fast-paced environment
• Float requirements extend within a 20-mile radius
• Holiday coverage is required as scheduled by the unit
• Previous permanent hospital staff must wait one year before being eligible for traveler positions
• First-time travelers are not eligible; prior travel experience is required
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility

Requirements

• Active RN license in New Mexico or a compact state
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications, completed through AHA, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross
• Minimum of two years of recent experience in a 12-plus bed Pediatric ICU required
• Previous completion of at least one 13-week travel assignment in a pediatric setting
• Pediatric CVICU experience is a plus
• Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required
• Must pass onsite Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia Testing during orientation; one retake allowed

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