Pediatric RN
Bronx, NY
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatrics

Location: Bronx, New York
Employment Type: Acute Care Nursing
Contract Length: 14 weeks
Hours: Approximately 11 hours per day, 34.5 hours per week

Job Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Provide direct bedside nursing care to pre- and post-surgery pediatric patients.
• Prepare, administer, and document prescribed medications.
• Change dressings, insert catheters, and start IVs.
• Adjust specialized medical equipment and interpret/record measurements.
• Monitor patient vitals and report adverse medication reactions promptly.
• Collaborate on discharge planning with the healthcare team.
• Educate patients and families on surgical procedures and post-operative care.
• Maintain and update patient files, medical charts, and health records.
• Follow best nursing practices, standards, and protocols.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience, including within the last year.
• Experience in Medical/Surgical (Med Surg) settings.
• Experience in Rehabilitation settings.
• Pediatrics experience.

Education

• Associate of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.

Licensure & Certification

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York with Primary Source Verification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.