Travel Nurse RN - Float PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Towson, MD
HonorVet Technologies
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse – Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool

Facility: University of Maryland Saint Joseph Medical Center
Location: Towson, MD
Start Date: 06/15/2026
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Night Shift (7:00PM – 7:30AM)
Schedule: 3x12 Hours (36 Hours/Week)
Charting System: Epic
Float Required: Yes – within specialty and MCH as needed
Call Requirement: None
Note: Block scheduling cannot be accommodated

Position Overview:
The Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool RN will provide specialized nursing care for pediatric and neonatal patients in a pediatric med/surg and pediatric ED setting. The RN will care for patients with respiratory, GI, NICU step-down, and general pediatric conditions while supporting multidisciplinary pediatric care teams in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Job duties:

1. Provide direct patient care for pediatric, neonatal, infant, adolescent, and occasional adult med/surg patients
2. Monitor and manage pediatric patients with respiratory illnesses, GI conditions, infections, and NICU step-down needs
3. Administer pediatric medications and perform pediatric dosage calculations
4. Manage oxygen delivery systems, suctioning, tracheostomy care, and ventilator support as needed
5. Perform IV therapy, blood product administration, central line care, and NG tube management
6. Monitor pediatric patients for seizure activity and neurological changes
7. Assist with feeding support including bottle, breast, and gavage feedings
8. Respond to pediatric rapid response situations and emergencies using PEWS protocols
9. Maintain infection prevention and isolation precautions
10. Document patient care accurately in Epic and collaborate with interdisciplinary pediatric teams

Requirements:
Licensure: Active Maryland RN License or Compact RN License required
Experience: Minimum 2 years of pediatric nursing experience required
Certifications: BLS and PALS required; NRP preferred (AHA certifications only)
Other requirement: Must be comfortable floating within specialty areas and working in pediatric ED and inpatient pediatric settings

Unit Details:
Unit: Nursing Peds 3010-10568
Patient Ratios: 1:3
Patient Population: Neonates, Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, and occasional Adults up to age 65
Patient Diagnoses: Respiratory illnesses, NICU step-down, GI illnesses, infections, seizure disorders, pediatric medical-surgical conditions
Number of Beds: 10
Daily Census: 4