Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics - $2,062 per week

About the role

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Pediatric RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Asheville, NC. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team. The Pediatric Registered Nurse provides comprehensive, age-appropriate patient care to children across various clinical settings. This role involves assessing pediatric patient health, implementing individualized care plans, administering treatments, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality, family-centered care. The Pediatric RN demonstrates expertise in child development, effective communication with children and families, and adherence to the highest standards of patient safety and professional ethics.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures and treatments to children and their families in an appropriate manner to foster understanding and alleviate fear
• Administer prescribed medications and consider pediatric-specific dosing and delivery techniques
• Prepare and manage pediatric-specific equipment, assisting physicians during treatment and examination of patient
• Ensure the comfort and safety of pediatric patients, incorporating developmental needs and minimizing distress
• Observe patient, record significant conditions and reactions, and notify supervisor or physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents
• Take temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations. Assess patient condition and respond appropriately
• Respond to life-saving situations using standard nursing policies, procedures, and protocol
• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and responses in the medical record
• Develop and implement patient and family education plans, addressing topics such as treatment