Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics for a travel nursing job in Sioux City, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatrics
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/20/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title: Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN)**\nJob Summary:\n

A Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) provides specialized, compassionate care to infants, children, and adolescents, addressing their unique physical, emotional, and developmental needs. Pediatric RNs work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, outpatient care centers, and homes, delivering care that focuses on prevention, treatment, and recovery for young patients.

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• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for pediatric patients.
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• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions specific to pediatric patients, ensuring safety and adherence to protocols.
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• Monitor vital signs, growth patterns, and developmental milestones, identifying any potential health concerns.
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• Collaborate with pediatricians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and ensure continuity of treatment.
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• Educate patients and their families on pediatric health conditions, treatment plans, and strategies for managing care at home.
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• Provide emotional support to pediatric patients and their families, helping to alleviate anxiety and promote a positive healthcare experience.
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• Monitor and respond to acute and chronic medical conditions, ensuring timely interventions and appropriate care.
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• Maintain accurate, thorough documentation of patient assessments, care plans, and outcomes.
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• Administer immunizations, perform screenings, and provide health education on wellness, growth, and development.
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• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and professional development to maintain expertise in pediatric care.
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• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advocate for patient needs and provide family-centered care.
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• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.
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• Licensure:\n
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  • Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
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• Certification:\n
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  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred.
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  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
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• Experience: Previous experience in pediatric nursing
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Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #29688386. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:PEDS,19:00:00-07:00:00