Travel PICU Registered Nurse
Newark, NJ
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a skilled RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring 2+ years of PICU experience and proficiency with tele monitoring and advanced respiratory support.

Responsibilities

• Position based in the Pediatric ICU (PICU) with floating to Pediatrics and NICU as needed
• Works with pediatric critical care patients including those with cardiac conditions
• Patient ratio is typically 1:2 or higher depending on acuity
• The unit consists of 19 beds
• Experience with Medtronic pacemakers, telemetry monitoring, BIPAP/CPAP, vents, high flow nasal cannula, and trachs is required
• Utilizes the EPIC charting system
• Day shift schedule consisting of 4x12 hour shifts, 7:00 to 19:30
• Every other weekend (Saturday/Sunday) is required
• Locals are accepted at the same rate
• Responsibilities include caring for critically ill pediatric patients and managing advanced respiratory and cardiac devices
• Floating may be assigned according to skill set and hospital needs
• Team-based environment with support from experienced staff
• Compliance with navy blue scrub color is required
• Holiday coverage may be required according to unit needs

Requirements

• Active NJ or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications are required
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of PICU critical care experience required
• At least 1 year of cardiac care experience within PICU strongly preferred
• Experience with Medtronic pacemakers, telemetry, and advanced respiratory support is required
• Prior experience using EPIC EMR is required
• First-time travelers are not accepted
• Former RWJBH staff (full time or PRN) must be separated from the health system for at least 1 year before eligible for travel assignments

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