TravelNurseSource
Travel RN - PICU - Washington, DC - - 12/03/24 - Excellent Benefits 2024-12-03
TravelNurseSource, Washington, District of Columbia
TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PICU RN in Washington, Washington DC, 20007 About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Job Specialty: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Experience: 2 years of experience with vents, CPAP, and/or BIPAP, as well as Central Line Care License: DC RN Licensure - Pending license accepted but must have license prior to start date Certifications: BLS, PALS, IV Start Certification preferred Must-Have: - 1 prior travel assignment completed - Requirement to float within units of equivalent or lower level of acuity; may float to NICU as needed - Flu vaccine required Job Description: - Provide high-quality care in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit - Maintain a patient ratio of 1:2-3 - Work every other weekend; no on-call requirement - May encounter COVID-19 patients - Complete 28 hours of orientation - Finish required modules pre-start and potentially during orientation - The flu vaccine is mandatory with no exemptions Note: - Three or more absences in a 13-week contract may result in immediate termination of the contract - Supervisor references required - Candidates must be prepared to work without a preliminary interview 26399697EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS BLS - AHA Core Competency Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting. Travel nurses can bring fresh perspectives to healthcare facilities, contributing ideas and insights that may lead to improvements in patient care, safety, and overall healthcare quality. 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. Travel nursing offers flexibility in terms of assignment duration and location. You can choose short-term or long-term assignments, and the flexibility allows for a better work-life balance.