Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $1,805 per week

About the role

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN for a PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care position in Wichita, Kansas. This is a 13-week assignment with 36 hours per week, working 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor patients' vital signs and initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Follow and interpret continuous cardiac and respiratory monitor readings, including EKG tracings, O2 stats, CVP/arterial line waveforms.
• Change dressings, insert catheters, and start IVs (central and arterial).
• Monitor and adjust specialized equipment, such as ventilators.
• Aid physicians during examinations, treatments, and procedures, including life-saving interventions.
• Assist with the insertion or removal of CV catheters, arterial lines, external ventricular drains, Foley catheters, epidural catheters, and endotracheal tubes.
• Be prepared to stand and walk for long periods, bend, lean, and stoop without difficulty.
• Be able to lift up to 10-20 pounds of equipment.
• Be aware of potential hazards from exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases.

Requirements

• BLS and PALS certifications are required.
• One year of recent acute care experience is preferred.
• Additional certifications may be required before starting an assignment.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Experience in pediatric intensive care is preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Sick pay.
• Wellness and fitness programs.
• Referral bonus.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Pay

The pay package is based on 12-hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation), with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

Shifts are 12 hours long, typically running from early morning to late evening, with days being the primary schedule.