Pediatric Stepdown RN
Madison, WI
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Pediatric Stepdown position requiring 2 years of pediatric medical-surgical experience and PALS certification.

Details

• Work in the Pediatric Stepdown unit of a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center
• Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU facility
• Patient population includes neuro, diabetic, nephrology, spinal fusion, intermediate and general care patients
• Mix of acuity from general medical to stepdown IMC
• Patient ratio of 1:3
• Cares for patients with pulmonary lines and respiratory failure, including trach and ventilator dependence
• Uses CPAP and BiPAP equipment
• Epic EMR experience required
• 12-hour Day or Night shifts, 7:00am-7:30pm or 7:00pm-7:30am
• Monday through Friday schedule with every other weekend required
• Floating required as needed

Requirements

• Active WI or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required (AHA only)
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Medical-Surgical experience required within the last 3 years
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Level I Trauma experience preferred
• Epic charting system experience required
• Must pass a telemetry exam prior to start with strict passing criteria for both adult and pediatric rhythm interpretation
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, and administration of blood products
• Experience with pediatric dosage calculations and anti-seizure medications
• Skilled in respiratory care including tracheostomy management, ventilator management, and oxygen delivery systems
• Experience with NG tube insertion and management, and indwelling urinary catheter care
• Skilled in insulin administration and insulin pump management
• Experience interpreting and managing dysrhythmias
• All references must be removed from consideration

Additional Information

• Provide nursing care across a range of pediatric conditions including neurologic, respiratory, gastrointestinal, renal, and cardiovascular needs
• Participate in Pediatric Early Warning Score (PEWS) and Rapid Response Team protocols
• Facility is a Magnet-designated, nationally recognized pediatric specialty center
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility as local candidates are not accepted
• Parking permit required through UW Transportation for onsite parking, with alternative transportation options available including bus and park & ride