Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Paramus, NJ
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

PICU Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - Paramus, New Jersey

Job Details

• Location: Paramus, New Jersey
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Hours per Week: 36 hours
• Unit: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
• Patient Care:

  • 4 PICU beds and 8 convertible beds (monitored or pediatric)
  • Nurse-to-patient ratio: PICU 1:2, Pediatrics 1:3-4
  • No PCAs on unit; total care required by nurse
  • Care includes COVID-19 patients
  • Equipment used: CPAP, Vapo, high flow oxygen

Job Responsibilities

• Float as helping hands only
• Self-scheduling with manager final approval; block scheduling allowed
• Must work every third weekend
• Must pass a basic arrhythmia exam

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in New Jersey
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) nursing experience
• PICU nursing experience within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Successful completion of a Basic Arrhythmia Exam
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Health and Compliance Requirements (Must be completed within 72 hours of contract signing)

• Physical exam or statement of health signed by MD, DO, PA, or NP
• Negative 9-panel drug test (within 30 days of start)
• Immunizations and titers:

  • COVID-19 vaccine and booster (mandatory)
  • Flu vaccine (mandatory for current season, no exemptions)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - proof of 2 vaccinations or positive titer
  • Varicella - proof of 2 vaccinations or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer or declination
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (annual Quantiferon Gold or 2-step PPD)
• Fit mask test (N95 or equivalent)
• Completion of facility-specific self-learning module and post-test (100% required)

Background and Verification

• 7-year background check including:

  • National Sex Offender Registry
  • Criminal background
  • OIG Sanction Search
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM verification
• Employment verification for last 7 years (no gaps over 30 days without explanation)
• Two professional references required:

  • One supervisory reference from within last 12 months
  • One professional reference from within last 3 years
• Education verification (diploma or degree)
• NURSYS license verification within 30 days prior to start (no temporary or emergency licenses unless approved)

Competency and Testing Requirements

• Core Competency Exams (Parts I, II, III) annually with minimum 80% passing score
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam annually (80% pass rate)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam annually (80% pass rate) except for certain excluded units
• Color blindness test (Ishihara) within 1 year of assignment start
• Acknowledgement of pass/fail testing required

Additional Notes

• Must be able to start ASAP; latest acceptable start date is May 4
• Local candidates within 75 miles considered
• No temporary or emergency licenses accepted without prior approval
• Must be willing to work assigned weekends and float as needed
• No PCAs on unit; nurse responsible for total patient care

This position is ideal for experienced PICU RNs who meet the licensure and certification requirements and are ready for a travel contract in New Jersey with a focus on pediatric critical care.