Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics
Springfield, MA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,218/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Apply now for a 13-week Pediatric Registered Nurse travel contract in Springfield, MA, caring for patients from the neonatal period through age 21.
Join an inpatient acute care pediatric nursing team in Springfield, Massachusetts, a welcoming Pioneer Valley community with convenient access to regional amenities and outdoor recreation. This on-site travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to provide care in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary 45-bed pediatric unit serving a diverse range of medical, surgical, oncology, trauma, orthopedic, and behavioral health needs.
Pediatric Travel Nurse Job Details
- Specialty: Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN)
- Healthcare Setting: Inpatient acute care pediatric unit
- Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,980–$2,080
- Start Date: October 26, 2026
- Assignment Duration: 13 weeks, ending January 24, 2027
- Schedule: Night shift, 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.; three 12-hour shifts per week, 36 hours weekly
- Weekend and Holiday Schedule: Every other weekend and every other holiday
- Patient Ratios: Approximately 1:4–5
- Float Expectations: May float to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and Continuing Care Nursery
Pediatric Registered Nurse Job Requirements
- Valid Registered Nurse license eligible for practice in Massachusetts
- At least 2 years of pediatric nursing or pediatric acute care experience
- Current clinical knowledge applicable to inpatient pediatric nursing care
- Ability to provide safe, comprehensive care for patients ranging from the neonatal period through age 21
- Willingness to float to designated pediatric and neonatal care areas as needed
Pediatric Nursing Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive Registered Nurse care to pediatric patients in an inpatient acute care setting.
- Assess, monitor, and document patient conditions, responses to treatment, and changes in clinical status.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, and other members of the multidisciplinary pediatric healthcare team.
- Support patients and families across a broad range of medical, surgical, oncology, trauma, orthopedic, and behavioral health diagnoses.
- Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately according to established nursing standards.
- Float to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, or Continuing Care Nursery when assigned.
- Participate in every-other-weekend and every-other-holiday coverage as scheduled.
Apply now to join this Pediatric Registered Nurse travel assignment in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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About Springfield, MA
As a Travel Pediatric Nurse in Springfield, MA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Springfield, MA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- In summer, average highs range from 80-85°F, while average lows range from 55-60°F.
- In winter, average highs range from 30-35°F, and average lows range from 15-20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Springfield, MA.
- They can be relatively easy to find, especially with the help of local real estate agencies and online rental platforms.
- Springfield is relatively car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a commuter rail line, providing convenient travel within the city and to nearby areas.
- Springfield, MA has a diverse population with a range of age groups.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses in the area, creating a supportive community for healthcare professionals.
- Springfield offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games and events, while outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks along the Connecticut River and visit historical sites such as the Basketball Hall of Fame and the Dr.
- Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden.
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