Travel RN - PICU - Washington, DC - - 12/04/24 - Excellent Benefits 2024-12-04

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PICU RN in Washington, Washington DC, 20010 About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Job Specialty: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Job Duration: 13-week contract Shift: Day 3x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:00); Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 05:30) Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Experience: Minimum of 2.5 - 3 years of recent PICU experience required License: Valid state license required; pending license accepted with proof of application Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required Must-Have: Ability to rotate shifts every 3-4 weeks; every other weekend and holiday required Job Description: - Rotating shifts; positions will accommodate straight shifts if scheduling allows but not guaranteed. - Must be available to start within 3-4 weeks of submission. - Patient ratios are 1:3. - Clinicians may need to float to other critical care units as needed. - Blocking schedule accommodation is not guaranteed but may be considered. - Pediatric experience is necessary, with at least two years in the specialty. - Compliance requirements need completion by the Monday before the start. - Orientation dates are available in August, September, October, November, and December. - The position is with a children's hospital, a magnet, teaching, and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center with 323 inpatient beds, 70 dedicated to Neonatal ICU. - Work environment is smoke-free. - Certain modules are required to be completed before orientation and are not billable. - If previously employed, a nurse must have been gone for a minimum of one year to return as a traveler. - A photo submission is required upon acceptance, with specific guidelines provided. 26293356EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS BLS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing As a travel nurse, you'll work in various healthcare settings, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations, medical procedures, and healthcare systems. This broadens your clinical skills and enhances your adaptability. Different facilities may use various healthcare technologies and electronic health record systems. Exposure to these technologies enhances your proficiency in adapting to different digital healthcare platforms. Some travel nursing agencies provide opportunities for continuing education, allowing you to expand your knowledge base and stay updated on the latest advancements in healthcare. Travel nurses may benefit from tax advantages such as housing stipends and per diems, helping them maximize their income and financial stability. Travel nurses often form close bonds with colleagues who share similar adventurous spirits. This camaraderie can provide a strong support system during assignments and beyond.