Travel RN - Pediatric PACU

Job Details

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Pediatric PACU position at a Level I Trauma Center requiring ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications.

Work in a 10-bed Pediatric PeriAnesthesia Unit with an additional 4-bed Pediatric Surgical Observation Unit (PSOU) providing extended recovery care up to 23 hours
Care for pediatric preoperative and postoperative patients with a 1:4 patient ratio
Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
Required to work every other weekend
Must work 2 of the 3 winter holidays
Floating required within scope of practice as needed
Epic EMR experience required

Active VA or compact RN license (pending license accepted if in-hand by the Wednesday before start date)
Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required
Level I Trauma Center experience required
Epic EMR charting experience required
BSN preferred
Previous charge nurse experience preferred

Provide pre- and postoperative care to pediatric surgical patients including airway assessment, IV therapy, and pain management
Support surgical cases including ENT, general, and orthopedic procedures
Assist with pediatric-specific care including tonsillectomy recovery and management of pediatric patients
Monitor and manage patients receiving general, local, and monitored anesthesia care (MAC)
Administer and monitor procedural sedation, IV vasopressors, and emergency medications as needed
Must reside within a 50-mile radius of the facility
Maximum of 40 hours of RTO approved per 13-week contract, which must be disclosed prior to submission
Previous UVA Health permanent staff or internal/external travelers must have a 1-year separation and leadership approval before returning
External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days and are not eligible to return once this threshold is reached
Longer assignment length available through 01/02/2027
First-time travelers are not preferred for this position