Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric Med Surg
Torrance, CA
NuWest Travel Nursing
3x12 hrs, Nights

RN Pediatric Medical-Surgical — Travel Contract

Specialty: Pediatric Medical-Surgical Discipline: Registered Nurse (RN) Location: Los Angeles, California Employment Type: Travel Contract Assignment Length: 8 Weeks Schedule: 3 x 12 Hours Shift: Nights Start Date: ASAP

Position Overview

NuWest is seeking an experienced Pediatric Medical-Surgical RN for a travel contract opportunity in Los Angeles, California. In this role, you will provide direct nursing care to a pediatric population spanning newborns, infants, school-age children, adolescents, and young adults in a fast-paced, community-based acute care setting. Patients will present with a range of conditions including acute and chronic illnesses, various injuries, and post-surgical recovery. The ideal candidate is a skilled, adaptable nurse who is comfortable delivering compassionate, family-centered care across all pediatric age groups.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to pediatric patients across all age groups — newborns through young adults — presenting with acute and chronic illnesses, injuries, and post-surgical conditions
• Perform systematic patient assessments and monitor patient conditions, identifying and responding to changes in status
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and monitor for therapeutic response and adverse effects
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and responses in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, and multidisciplinary care teams to coordinate safe, effective patient care
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, care plans, medications, and discharge instructions in a clear and age-appropriate manner
• Support patient and family emotional needs through compassionate communication and family-centered care principles
• Maintain a safe care environment in compliance with infection control, regulatory, and unit safety standards

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum 1 year of recent Medical-Surgical and/or Pediatric nursing experience in a community-based acute care hospital
• Current AHA BLS and PALS certification
• Current MAB or CPI certification
• LA City Fire and Life Safety card (must be LA City)
• LA County Employee Health Clearance must be completed prior to assignment start date
• Must be fully committed to completing an 8-week assignment
• Must be able to pass required background checks and drug screening