Pediatric Float RN
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick

Job Summary: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Specialty: Registered Nurse (Pediatric Float RN)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Pediatric Float RN position with a ratio of 1:5.
• Requires 1.5+ years of nursing experience.
• First-time travelers accepted (prior travel experience not required).
• Work schedule includes every other weekend and holidays as applicable.
• Must float between Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (no chemo/infusions), pediatrics, adolescents, newborn nursery, and Special Care Nursery (SCN).
• May also take Med/Surg assignments in all areas including PICU, NICU, and Pediatric ED.
• No block scheduling.
• Local candidates accepted.
• Maximum 7 days return to office (RTO).
• Special requirements: Experience with IV pumps, pulse oximeters, cardiac monitoring, IVs, TPN, G-tube, trach tubes, central lines, Foley catheters, NG tubes, respiratory treatments, transfusions, and pre/post-op care.

Required Experience

• Minimum 1.5 years of nursing experience in specialty.
• Prior travel experience not required.

Certifications Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• APHON (Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses) certification preferred but not required.

Skills and Competencies

• Must be proficient with IV pumps, pulse oximeters, cardiac monitoring.
• Experience with IVs, TPN, G-tube, trach tubes, central lines, Foley catheters, NG tubes, respiratory treatments, transfusions, and pre/post-op care.

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history.
• Two references within the last 2 years (one managerial).
• Background check within 30 days of start, including aliases and multiple checks (criminal, nationwide, sex offender, etc.).
• Drug screen within 30 days of start (10-panel urine drug screen).
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes.
• Physical exam within the last 12 months, cleared to perform essential job functions and free of communicable disease.
• Influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually.
• Fit test and respiratory medical clearance prior to start (on-site fit testing mandatory).
• Color blindness test if job tasks require color discrimination.
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required within 72 hours of signing.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for applicable units.
• Pass/fail testing for EKG and medication knowledge with remediation policy.
• Annual education sign-off and facility-specific floating policy acknowledgment required.
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) certification required for ER, Pediatric ER, and Behavioral Health RNs (online and in-person portions).
• Various other certifications and CEUs may be required depending on assignment area.

Additional Notes

• No prior travel experience required; first-time travelers are accepted.
• Floating between multiple pediatric and med/surg units is expected.
• Locals are accepted for this travel/contract role.
• Must be able to provide required documentation and clear all compliance checks prior to start.
• Contract length is approximately 13 weeks.

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse with pediatric float experience looking for a travel/contract opportunity in New Jersey, with a flexible schedule and diverse patient care settings.