Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics ER - Emergency Room - $2,728 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics ER - Emergency Room for a travel nursing job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatrics ER - Emergency Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/10/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title: Pediatric Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse (RN)**

A Pediatric Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse (RN) provides specialized, high-acuity care to pediatric patients experiencing acute, life-threatening, or urgent medical conditions. Pediatric ER RNs are skilled in managing a wide range of pediatric emergencies, including injuries, infections, respiratory distress, trauma, and critical illnesses. They work collaboratively with emergency medicine teams to provide timely, evidence-based care to children and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and manage the care of pediatric patients presenting with a wide range of emergency medical conditions, including trauma, infections, respiratory issues, and acute illnesses.
• Monitor and evaluate patients’ conditions, including vital signs, lab results, and clinical status, to identify urgent medical needs and respond promptly.
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions specific to pediatric patients, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
• Collaborate with physicians, pediatric specialists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Perform advanced pediatric assessments, including airway management, trauma stabilization, and recognition of life-threatening conditions.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about their conditions, treatment plans, and strategies for managing care at home.
• Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and families, helping to alleviate anxiety and ensure a positive healthcare experience.
• Document patient care accurately, ensuring compliance with clinical standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and respond to acute complications, including respiratory distress, shock, and other life-threatening conditions.
• Assist in the stabilization of critically ill pediatric patients, including the administration of IV therapies, airway management, and resuscitation.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and professional development to maintain pediatric emergency care expertise.

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 required.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Experience: Previous experience in pediatric emergency nursing

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #34460088. 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 - ER

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