Travel Nurse Supervisor RN - Pediatrics
Salinas, Ca, CA
EA Team
5x8 hrs, Days

Supervising Nurse I – Pediatric Unit (Summary)

Key Requirements: Prior RN Supervisor or strong Charge Nurse experience required; active California RN license; BLS & PALS required (POC certification offered in-house if needed); STABLE and NRP preferred.

Role Overview: The Supervising Nurse I (SNI) provides both direct patient care and first-level nursing leadership in the Pediatric Unit under the direction of the Supervising Nurse II. This role carries 24-hour responsibility for supervising clinical personnel, coordinating daily patient care operations, and ensuring high-quality, safe pediatric care in accordance with physician orders, hospital policies, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform comprehensive patient assessments and manage pediatric care plans

Monitor patient status and respond rapidly to clinical changes or emergencies

Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products; monitor treatments and outcomes

Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges

Supervise nursing staff and oversee daily clinical operations in the pediatric unit

Provide education and mentorship to nursing staff and serve as a clinical resource

Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements

Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff training, and policy development

Collaborate with physicians, multidisciplinary teams, patients, and families to ensure effective care delivery

Core Competencies: Strong knowledge of pediatric nursing practices, acute care hospital operations, medication management, supervision principles, quality assurance processes, and regulatory requirements. Must demonstrate leadership, critical thinking, communication, and the ability to manage staff performance and clinical operations effectively.

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform full RN duties in an acute care setting, including patient assessments, documentation, and supervision of clinical staff while maintaining safety and compliance standards.