Pediatric Medical-Surgical RN
Largo, Maryland
UMMS Capital Region Health

Pediatrics Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position - Maryland

Job Details

• Location: Largo, Maryland
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: July 15, 2026
• Shift: Rotating nights and days
• Hours: 36 hours per week (3 shifts of 12 hours each)
• Schedule: Every other weekend required
• Floating: Required within specialty as needed, may float to main location in Baltimore
• On Call: No on-call requirement

Unit and Specialty Information

• Pediatric medical-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
  • Tracheostomy care

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Medical-Surgical nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Pediatrics experience, including Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
  • Employment and education verifications
  • State-specific exclusions list check (Maryland Medicaid Sanctioned Providers List) within 30 days of start
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • Negative 9-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start (instant tests not accepted)
  • Fit test within 1 year of start
  • Immunizations/vaccinations or proof of immunity for:

    • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (required for pediatric units)
    • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
    • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption (for 2025-26 season)
  • Tuberculosis screening (QGOLD, TSPOT, or 2-step PPD) updated annually
• References: Two supervisory references within 1 year of start (charge RN or manager)
• Employment History: Verification of previous 5 years of employment
• Competency Exams: Required as applicable, including medication/pharmacology and age-specific competency exams
• Photo: Passport/badge style photo with solid white or beige background required for badge issuance
• Confidentiality and Agreements: Must sign confidentiality agreements and job description prior to start
• Additional Facility-Specific Documents: Dress code review, latex allergy questionnaire, and other facility-required forms

Notes

• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam is not required for this location.
• Epic Portfolio Training Test Out form may be applicable depending on prior Epic experience.
• COVID-19 vaccination is not required for this location; however, vaccine or declination documentation may be collected for tracking purposes.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric setting with a focus on NICU and related care, suitable for RNs with at least 2 years of relevant experience. Rotating shifts and floating within the specialty are required. First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply.