Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : ASAP
- Duration : 26 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, flexible
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatrics position working across both general pediatrics and PICU units with BLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications required.
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Work in a 15-bed Pediatric Unit and a 5-bed PICU within a hospital settingServe patients ages 0-18 with occasional stable adult overflowCare for medical, surgical, psychiatric, and trauma cases, as well as advanced and critical care pediatricsGeneral Pediatrics RN ratio is 1 : 5, Advanced Care Pediatrics RN ratio is 1 : 1-2Required to float to NICU for feeder / grower assignments at a 1 : 3 ratio12-hour variable shifts with weekend rotation every other weekendMay be placed on low census / on-call statusUses Epic for charting and Omnicell for medication managementNavy scrubs requiredPerform assessments, administer medications, and educate pediatric patients and their familiesRN and nurse aids perform their own lab draws and IV starts (ultrasound available for difficult IVs)Support team includes CNA, floating charge nurse, nurse clinician, case management, social work, respiratory therapy, hospitalist and pediatric APP supportOne-day facility orientation (online and in-person), plus two-day unit orientation with preceptorAll holidays coverage is expectedOnly pre-approved time off is allowedTraveler-friendly, supportive culture emphasizing learning and growthFree parking is available in a parking garage\n \n Requirements\n
Active RN license through the South Dakota Board of Nursing or Compact licenseBLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications requiredCompletion of an approved nursing education programMinimum 1.5 years of general nursing experience requiredFirst-time travelers accepted only with more than 2 years of experienceProficient in Epic charting systemExperience with physical assessment across the lifespan and care for mechanically ventilated patients requiredAbility to titrate drips in a PICU environmentMust reside outside a 100-mile radius from the facility\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-595489. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Pediatrics
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.