Travel RN - PICU - Norfolk, VA - - 12/03/24 - Excellent Benefits 2024-12-03

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PICU RN in Norfolk, Virginia, 23507 About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Job Specialty: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts, includes every other weekend and holidays Guaranteed Hours: Not specified Experience: 3 years as an RN with 2 years of PICU and CVPICU experience, including hands-on experience with respiratory, neuro-surgical, and cardiac care patients. License: RN (Compact Accepted) Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Must-Have: - Flu vaccination required (no exemptions) - Certifications and licenses must not expire during the first 13 weeks - Strong skill set in diverse patient care due to high acuity Job Description: - Provide nursing care to a diverse population of pediatric patients with a focus on those requiring intensive medical attention. - High proficiency required in managing post-neurosurgery patients, asthmatics, trauma cases, and those with status epilepticus or cleft lip/palate. - Administer specific medications such as versed and narcotic analgesia. - Collaborate effectively with the healthcare team to deliver high-quality care. - Utilize strong clinical skills to manage a variety of patient diagnoses and maintain an empathetic approach to patient and family interactions. - Maintain accurate and detailed records of nursing care and patient progress. References: 1 reference required from entire work history. 26399884EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS BLS - AHA Core Competency Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse range of assignments on your resume showcases your adaptability, versatility, and resilience. This can make you a more attractive candidate for future job opportunities and career advancement. Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. Stand out in the competitive healthcare field by showcasing a resume filled with varied experiences in different regions and healthcare settings. Employers value the adaptability and resilience gained through travel nursing. Travel nursing allows you to explore different nursing specialties. You can try various areas of healthcare, helping you identify your preferred niche or specialty. Travel nursing is a fulfilling adventure. The combination of professional growth, personal enrichment, and the excitement of exploring new places makes it a unique and rewarding career choice.