Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics for a travel nursing job in Sitka, Alaska.Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Pediatrics
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 04/01/2025
- Duration: 26 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: TravelJob Title: Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN)**
Job Summary:
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.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for pediatric patients.
- Administer medications, treatments, and interventions specific to pediatric patients, ensuring safety and adherence to protocols.
- Monitor vital signs, growth patterns, and developmental milestones, identifying any potential health concerns.
- Collaborate with pediatricians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and ensure continuity of treatment.
- Educate patients and their families on pediatric health conditions, treatment plans, and strategies for managing care at home.
- Provide emotional support to pediatric patients and their families, helping to alleviate anxiety and promote a positive healthcare experience.
- Monitor and respond to acute and chronic medical conditions, ensuring timely interventions and appropriate care.
- Maintain accurate, thorough documentation of patient assessments, care plans, and outcomes.
- Administer immunizations, perform screenings, and provide health education on wellness, growth, and development.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and professional development to maintain expertise in pediatric care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advocate for patient needs and provide family-centered care.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.
- Licensure:
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Certification:
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Experience: Previous experience in pediatric nursing
Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #30323213. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN PEDSAbout Wellspring Nurse SourceWellspring is nurse owned and operated which means that we get you, we stand behind you, and we advocate for you. - We are 100% committed to helping you find your best job at the best rate. - We are unwavering in our commitment to supporting our clinicians on every step of their travel adventure, assisting with everything from onboarding and payroll to on-the-job clinical support with a dedicated Clinician Success Team. - You're not just a number at Wellspring, you're a valued member of our family. - Join us and experience the Wellspring difference.