Pediatric RN (Trach & Ventilator Care)
Largo, MD
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Pediatrics) - Travel/Contract

Location: Largo, Maryland
Specialty: Registered Nurse (Peds RN)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Pediatric RN with Trach/Ventilator experience required
• Alternating Day/Night shifts, 36 hours every other week (EOW)
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required; first-time travelers accepted
• Start Date: January 7, 2026, or ASAP
• Unit: Pediatric Pediatric/Surgical unit with preferred experience in:

  • Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
  • Prematurity
  • Apnea of Prematurity (AOP)
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
  • Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia/Chronic Lung Disease (BLD/CLD)
  • Cardiac defects
  • Feeding issues
  • Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) and iatrogenic NAS
  • Trach care experience is required
• Floating: May be required to float to the main location in Baltimore
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend required
• Holidays: Required as scheduled
• On-Call: Not required

Licensure & Certifications Required

• Maryland RN License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA only
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - AHA only (refer to unit requirements)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - AHA/AAP only (refer to unit requirements)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA only (refer to unit requirements)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, STABLE)

Experience & Competencies

• Minimum 2 years of relevant nursing experience
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required (score 80% or higher)
• Age-specific competency exam required (score 80% or higher)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam generally required except for this location
• Color Blind Testing required for all candidates

Background & Screening Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• Employment and education verifications required
• State-specific exclusion list check (Maryland Medicaid Sanctioned Providers List) within 30 days of start
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start (instant tests not accepted)
• References: Two supervisory references within 1 year of start
• Employment history verification for previous 5 years (attestation accepted if necessary)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including Latex screening
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (specific mask types accepted)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine required for pediatric units (within 10 years or signed declination)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility protocol, updated annually
• TB questionnaire if positive TB result
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (declination accepted for low/equivocal titer)
  • Varicella
• Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required for 2025-26 season
• COVID-19 vaccination not required for this location but documentation may be collected for tracking

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Passport-style photo for badge with solid white/beige background
• Signed job description prior to start
• Completion of Portfolio Epic Training Test Out Form if applicable
• Security ID application within 72 hours of contract signing
• Confidentiality agreement signed prior to start
• Dress code review prior to start
• Latex Allergy Questionnaire completion required
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training may be required depending on unit

Additional Notes

• Floating to main Baltimore location may be required
• Weekend and holiday shifts are mandatory as scheduled
• On-call shifts are not required for this position

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric setting requiring advanced skills in trach and ventilator care, with a supportive environment for first-time travel nurses.