Pediatric Intensive Care Unit RN
Newark, NJ
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Summary: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Newark, New Jersey
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit & Schedule

• Primary Unit: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
• Floating: May float to Pediatrics and NICU; additional float units possible based on skill set and hospital needs (floating confirmed with traveler)
• Schedule: Every other weekend (Saturday/Sunday)
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:2+
• Unit Size: 19 beds

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2+ years of PICU critical care experience required
• 1 year of cardiac experience strongly preferred (must be documented on skills checklist)
• Prior travel experience required (first-time travelers not accepted)

Required Skills & Competencies

• Experience with Medtronic pacemakers and telemetry monitoring
• Proficient in BIPAP/CPAP, ventilators, high flow nasal cannula, and tracheostomies
• Charting system: EPIC

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA required
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - Required for all adult critical care units; confirm if required for PICU
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - Preferred but not required
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit and role; confirm with program coordinator

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Check: Criminal background check within 30 days of start, including alias and multi-level searches
• Drug Screen: 10-panel urine drug screen within 30 days of start
• Health Documents:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframe
  • Physical exam within the last 12 months, cleared to perform essential job functions
  • Seasonal influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually
  • Immunizations: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (documentation required)
• Respiratory Medical Clearance and Fit Test: Required prior to start; on-site fit testing mandatory
• Latex Allergy Screening Questionnaire: Required if job tasks involve glove use or respirator use
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam: Required for all RNs, to be completed within 72 hours of signing
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam: Required for critical care and telemetry units
• Color Blind Testing: Required within one year if job tasks require color discrimination
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication): Required with remediation policy in place
• Skills Checklist: Must be completed and updated annually
• Employment Application/Resume: Must include 7 years of work history with all gaps accounted for
• References: Two references within last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference

Additional Notes

• Scrub color: Navy Blue
• Must complete facility-specific floating policy for every new assignment
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) certification required for ER, Pediatric ER, and Behavioral Health RNs (online and in-person training)
• Annual education sign-off and facility-specific orientation materials required prior to start
• Candidates switching between RWJ sites within 30 days may have some documentation accepted from prior assignment

This position is ideal for experienced PICU nurses with prior travel experience who are comfortable working in a fast-paced pediatric critical care environment and are compliant with extensive credentialing and health requirements.