Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics
Winston-Salem, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN - Pediatrics for a pediatric acute and hem/oncology care position at an academic Level 1 Trauma Center requiring a compact or NC RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital-based pediatric unit with Level 1 Trauma and academic medical center designation
• Units include Pediatric Hem/Oncology (PHO) and Pediatric Adolescent Medicine (PA), both with 16 beds
• Primary patient diagnoses include leukemia, solid tumors, sickle cell crisis, diabetes, cystic fibrosis, behavioral health overlay, and general adolescent medicine
• RN to patient ratios are 1:3-4 in PHO and 1:4-5 in PA
• 12-hour night shifts, 1830-0700, with every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage is required
• Floating is required between PHO, PA, and other pediatric units except ED
• EMR used is Epic; IV pumps are Alaris; Omnicell medication dispensing
• Support team includes CNAs, HUCs, charge nurse, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, RT, hospitalist, and intensivist available 24/7
• Bedside telemetry monitoring is provided without a telemetry tech
• Orientation includes NEO and 2 days of departmental onboarding
• Scrub color is royal blue, with pediatric-appropriate scrub tops permitted
• Free parking provided
• Unit culture is team-oriented, supportive, family-centered, and focused on professional growth, education, and safety
• First-time travelers with strong pediatric backgrounds are welcome to apply

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Minimum 1 year pediatric acute care experience for PA unit; 1 year pediatric hem/oncology acute care experience for PHO unit
• Current BLS required for both units
• APHON chemo certification required for PHO
• PALS preferred for both units
• Strong pediatric assessment, central line management, and chemotherapy administration skills required
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Must provide last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB for consideration
• At least 1 professional reference dated within one year from a supervisor, manager, director, or charge RN
• Candidates must not have been a permanent employee of the health system within the past year
• Candidates must live at least 50 miles from the facility; locals not 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