Travel Nurse - RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit - $2401 / Week
1 month ago
Albany
Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking an experienced Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse for an exciting Travel Nursing job in Albany, NY. Shift: Inquire Start Date: 08/25/2025 Duration: 13 weeks Pay: $2401 / Week Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Albany, NY Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled PICU RN for a 13 week travel assignment in Albany, NY. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team. Required Qualifications: • One year of recent experience as a PICU RN, • Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations, • Current BLS (AHA/ARC) Certification, • PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certificationPreferred Qualifications:, • ACLS (AHA/ARC) Certification, • CCRN Certification, • Explain procedures and treatments to pediatric patients and their families to ensure understanding, cooperation, and emotional support during critical situations, • Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved pediatric nursing techniques and protocols, • Prepares and operates advanced medical equipment, including ventilators, central line setups, and hemodynamic monitors, while assisting physicians during treatments and examinations, • Continuously observes and evaluates patient conditions, records significant findings, and promptly notifies physicians of critical changes or adverse reactions to treatments, • Monitors and interprets vital signs and other clinical data to detect deviations from normal, initiating rapid interventions when necessary, • Responds to life-saving situations based upon pediatric nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols specific to intensive care, • Initiates a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient and family, as prescribed by a physician and/or hospital policy, • Document all relevant history and physical assessments for assigned patients accurately in medical records, • Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice, • Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standardsRequired Essential Skills:, • Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills, • The ability to read, write, & communicate in the English language is required, • Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills, • Physical Abilities - Remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), pushing, pulling, bending, • Interpersonal Skills - To work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism, • Technical/Motor Skills - Ability to grasp, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling and able to move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment., • Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public, customers, and meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail, • Sensory - Visual acuity, ability to effectively communicate. Benefits Include: • Highly competitive pay for travel professionals, • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage, • Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours, • Life and Short-term disability offered, • 401(k) matching, • Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program, • 24/7 recruiter support, • Reimbursement for licensure and CEUsWhy Choose Fusion? At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you — that’s why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you. Other Duties Disclaimer: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice. Start your rewarding career as a Travel PICU RN with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now! *Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer About Fusion Medical Staffing: Fusion Medical Staffing provides career opportunities to healthcare professionals by helping medical facilities fill their staffing needs. Fusion staffs a variety of specialties within the nursing and allied healthcare fields. We offer competitive pay packages and benefits that travelers deserve. At Fusion, you can seriously choose your own adventure! Fusion's purpose is to ensure that everyone we touch has a better life. We strive to be humble, driven and positive in all our actions! Specialty Fields: • Cardiopulmonary, • Cath Lab, • Home Health, • Laboratory, • Long Term care, • Nursing, • Radiology, • Therapy