Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics
Springfield, MA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,470/weekOverview
- Start Date11/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Apply now for a Pediatric Travel Nurse (RN) assignment in Springfield, MA, providing inpatient acute care to patients from the neonatal period through age 21. Join a multidisciplinary pediatric healthcare team caring for children and adolescents with medical, surgical, oncology, trauma, orthopedic, and behavioral health needs. This travel nursing opportunity offers consistent night shifts, a collaborative clinical environment, and the chance to make a meaningful impact across a diverse pediatric population.
Pediatric Travel Nurse Job Details
- Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,200–$2,320
- Assignment Start: November 2, 2026
- Assignment Duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.
- Unit: 45-bed inpatient acute care pediatric unit
- Patient Ratios: Approximately 1 nurse to 4–5 patients
- Weekend and Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend and every other holiday
- Work Environment: On-site
Springfield offers the character and culture of a historic New England city, with access to museums, performing arts, local dining, outdoor recreation, and the scenic Pioneer Valley. Its central location provides convenient access to nearby communities and regional attractions.
Pediatric Registered Nurse Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts or eligibility to practice in Massachusetts
- At least 2 years of professional pediatric nursing experience
- Experience caring for pediatric patients in an inpatient acute care setting
- Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and meet every-other-weekend and every-other-holiday requirements
- Strong patient assessment, clinical judgment, communication, and interdisciplinary teamwork skills
Pediatric RN Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive inpatient nursing care to pediatric patients from the neonatal period through age 21
- Assess patient conditions, develop and implement individualized nursing care plans, and evaluate clinical progress
- Care for patients with medical, surgical, oncology, trauma, orthopedic, and behavioral health diagnoses
- Administer medications and treatments safely while monitoring therapeutic response and changes in patient condition
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, support services, patients, and families to coordinate care
- Educate patients and families regarding treatments, medications, recovery, and ongoing care needs
- Maintain accurate electronic clinical documentation and communicate patient updates during nursing handoffs
- Float as needed to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and Continuing Care Nursery
Apply now for this Pediatric Registered Nurse travel assignment and join a leading pediatric healthcare team 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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GHR Healthcare
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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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