Pediatric Stepdown RN
Chicago, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric Stepdown position requiring an active IL RN license and recent vents, trach, and G-tube experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a single pediatric stepdown unit with 39 beds serving patients aged 2 weeks to 18 years
• Patient population includes children with chronic illness, many with technology dependence such as ventilators and tracheostomies
• Usual nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3-4
• Ventilator, trach, and G-tube care are core clinical components
• Uses Meditech for charting; prior Meditech experience is required
• Schedule is day shifts, 3x12 hours (7:00-19:00)
• Every other weekend is required
• Floating within scope to unit needs is required
• Block scheduling may be accommodated
• No on-call responsibilities
• Locals are accepted at the same rate as travelers
• Unit provides acute care for chronically ill pediatric patients; no drips, surgical, or transitional patients
• 50-60% of patients require some form of technological support
• Neat and clean scrubs required; any color allowed with pediatric-themed attire encouraged
• Free parking is available, though lots are shared with the public
• Requests for time off must be included and approved before the start of the contract; no additional RTO will be granted after the contract begins
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position

Requirements

• Active IL RN license is required at time of consideration; compact RN licenses are not accepted
• BCLS and PALS certifications are required
• Minimum of 2 years recent pediatric stepdown or PICU experience
• Experience caring for patients on vents, with trachs, and G-tubes is required
• Experience handling a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Meditech EMR experience is required
• Flu vaccination required; medical and religious exemptions are 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