Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit in Springfield, MO

Job Title

Travel RN – Pediatric ICU (PICU), Nights

Location

Springfield, MO | Acute Care – Pediatric ICU

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Night Shift (6:30 PM – 7:00 AM) | Onsite | Expected 36 hours/week

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to perform direct patient care activities for all age groups, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation across a 12-bed PICU
• Monitor and manage patients with complex conditions including trauma, burn, neurosurgery, pediatric surgery, respiratory illness, sepsis, endocrinology, hematology/oncology, and orthopedics
• Maintain patient ratios per acuity: ICU status 2:1, intubated patients 1:1, pediatric status 3:1
• Coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient outcomes and comfort
• Float to NICU, pediatric medical floor, or Peds ED as determined by patient volumes
• Flu vaccination or facility-approved exemption is required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1; declinations are not accepted

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license — must meet eligibility criteria for licensure in the state of Missouri or currently hold Missouri RN licensure
• BLS and PALS certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA) only
• TNCC certification required
• Minimum 2 years of PICU experience
• Ventilator competency required
• At least 1 year of post-orientation experience
• Night shift orientation takes place on day shift; candidate must be available the entire orientation week
• Weekend hours required as determined by the facility

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with EPIC EMR
• Experience caring for trauma, burn, or neurosurgical pediatric patients
• Flexible team player comfortable working across multiple pediatric care settings

Why Join Us

• Work within a nationally recognized acute care facility that holds a Level 1 Trauma and Burn Center designation, Level 2 Stroke Center certification, and a strong CMS Star Rating
• Springfield, MO offers a vibrant community with attractions including a nationally acclaimed wildlife museum and aquarium, local breweries, restaurants, and cultural landmarks