Pediatric ICU Registered Nurse
New Brunswick, NJ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced PICU RN with ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications for 12-hour day shifts and weekend/holiday rotation.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit within a hospital setting
• Patient ratios are 1:1–2 for critical care and up to 1:3 for intermediate care
• Expected to float to adolescents, general pediatrics, pediatric hematology/oncology, and NICU units
• Day shift schedule with three 12-hour shifts weekly, 7:00–19:30
• EMR system used is Epic
• Must be available to work every other weekend and at least 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Open to first-time travelers
• Returning employees must have a minimum 1-year break from prior employment within the health system
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• May be required to care for patients across multiple pediatric specialties depending on unit needs

Requirements

• Active NJ or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 2 years PICU experience required
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS; NIH Stroke Scale preferred
• Competency in CVP, CVVH, hemodynamic monitoring, EKG interpretation, pediatric early warning scoring, insulin pump management, IVs (including ports, a-lines, central lines, PICCs), procedural sedation, vasopressors, EVD, VP shunt, ICP monitoring, respiratory interventions (HFNC, ETT, vents, trachs), renal failure, peritoneal dialysis, wound care, and trauma care
• Experience with ECMO preferred
• Must have experience with Epic charting

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