Travel Pediatrics RN
Listed on 2026-10-27
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Nursing
RN Nurse, Pediatric Nurse, Travel Nurse
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatric Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty:
Pediatric Med Surg - Discipline:
RN - Start Date:
01/04/2027 - Duration:
13 weeks - 36 hours per week
- Shift:
12 hours, nights - Employment Type:
Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours:
36 hrs/wk - Start Date:
Jan 4, 2027 - Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is hiring a Pediatrics RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring Hem/Onc experience and APHON certification.
Details- Pediatrics unit (Peds Hem/Onc, Med Surg, and all pediatric specialties) in a 14-bed children's hospital setting
- Patient ratios of 1:2-4
- Night shift, 7p-7a, 36 hrs/week
- Every third weekend required
- Possible on-call duty during low census hours )
- May float to NICU, general pediatric floor (B3), PICU, or the pediatric ED to help with general pediatric patients boarding in the ED
- Uses Epic EMR
- Active IA RN license or compact/multistate license required
- Current BLS (AHA) and PALS (AHA) certifications required
- APHON certification required
- Pediatric experience within the previous 18 months required
- Hematology/Oncology experience required
- Minimum 24 months of combined Pediatric and/or Oncology experience required
- Epic EMR experience within the previous 12 months required
- Must have completed at least one prior travel contract within the previous 18 months
- Must be willing to float to the ED to care for inpatient holds
- Valid driver's license required for consideration
- One supervisory performance evaluation or reference from within the past 24 months preferred
- Provide nursing care to pediatric patients across Hem/Onc, Med Surg, and general pediatric specialties
- Required to work 1-2 of the 3 upcoming summer holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day) unless the unit is closed
- Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
- Past UnityPoint Health employees (FTE or PRN float pool) are restricted from working travel assignments in other markets within 12 months of separation
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
American Traveler Job #P-767000. 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:
Travel RN - Pediatrics
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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