Pediatric Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Westminster, MD
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Westminster, Maryland
Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Description

• Minimum 2 years of experience required in nursing specialty.
• Pediatric Emergency Department (ED) experience is a must.
• Must hold current BLS and PALS certifications.
• Ability to function independently in a small pediatric unit where the nurse is often the sole caregiver.
• When no pediatric patients are present, the nurse may be floated to Med/Surg, ED, or Family Birthplace units based on experience.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - verification required
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - verification required
• CHEMO (Chemotherapy) - verification required
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - verification required
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - verification required
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) - verification required
• NIH Stroke Certification (if applicable)
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) - time-sensitive, with limited attempts and remediation process
• State RN License verification (Primary Source Verification required)
• NURSYS Verification (for RNs)

Required Competencies

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
• Unit-Specific Competency Exam
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (Relias or Prophecy only, with remediation if failed)

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Background check within 6 months covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years, updated annually.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required.
• Education verification and accreditation confirmation required, especially if nursing education was completed outside Maryland.
• Employment application and work history verification (minimum 2 workplaces in last 7 years).
• References: 2 professional references within 2 years of start date required for travel assignments.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year confirming ability to meet essential job functions.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year; TB questionnaire updated annually.
• Immunizations:

  • 2 MMR vaccines or positive titers for Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella (boosters required if negative).
  • Hepatitis B titer, series, or signed declination.
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer; boosters if negative.
• Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31).
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (instant screen accepted as placeholder).
• Respirator Fit Test (for new contracts) to be completed onsite; PAPR training provided if failed.

Facility-Specific Notes

• The facility is a nicotine-free environment; candidates must review and sign the nicotine-free policy.
• Floating policy applies; candidates must complete and sign related documentation.
• Time and attendance policy for contracted staff must be acknowledged and signed.
• EKG exam may be required onsite with strict pass/fail rules and remediation process.

Additional Information

• This position offers a great opportunity for nurses with pediatric skills who enjoy working independently.
• Support is available from the ED and Family Birthplace units when needed.
• Candidates may be floated to other units based on experience and patient census.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and healthcare workers considering this travel nursing opportunity.