Pediatric Stepdown RN
Chicago, IL
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights
$2,777/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationChildrens49 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Pediatric ICU/Stepdown RN for a unique children's hospital unit requiring vent, trach, and G-tube experience and an active IL RN license.
Details
- Work in a specialized inpatient pediatric unit with 39 beds caring for all specialties
- Patient population ranges from 2 weeks to 18 years old, with 50-60% having some form of technology dependence
- Acute care unit caring for chronically ill patients, including those with tracheostomies and chronic ventilators; no drips or surgical patients
- Patient ratio of 1:3-4
- Night shift, 4x12 hours (19:00-7:30); 3x12 schedules also accepted
- Scheduled every other weekend
- No on-call requirements
- Floating within scope required to meet facility needs
- Open to block scheduling requests
Requirements
- Active IL RN license required in hand at time of consideration (compact licenses not accepted)
- BLS and PALS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- 1:4 patient ratio experience required
- Vent, trach, and G-tube care experience required
- Meditech charting system experience required
- Skills in respiratory care, care of ventilated patients, tracheostomy care, and management of gastric tubes required
- Flu vaccine required, with medical and religious exemptions accepted
Additional Information
- Provide direct care to pediatric patients with chronic illnesses and technology dependence, including tracheostomies and ventilators
- Peds-themed scrubs encouraged; any clean, neat scrub color accepted
- Free parking available in shared lots on facility grounds
- First-time travelers are not accepted for this role
- RTO must be approved and included in the contract prior to start; no additional RTO may be added once the contract begins
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers
- Pending license candidates accepted
- Previous staff members of the facility or affiliated clinics are not eligible for this travel assignment
Facility
La Rabida Children's Hospital
- Childrens
- 49 beds
Employer
American Traveler
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Pros
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Cons
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
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With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Chicago, IL
As a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
- Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
- Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
- Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
- Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
- Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
- The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
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