Travel Pediatric RN - $2,152 per week

NuWest Travel Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics for a travel nursing job in Newark, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatrics
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Position Overview

• Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatrics
• Location: Newark, NJ (07103)
• Department: Northeast
• Shift / Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday (40 hours/week)
• Expected Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks (End Date: 2/13/2027)

Position Summary & Clinical Duties

We are seeking an experienced Pediatric Registered Nurse for a travel assignment in Newark, NJ. The ideal candidate will independently obtain health histories, provide patient-centered assessments and screenings, and implement individualized medical plans of care based on developmental level and desired outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Elicit patient history and physical data during each visit and complete nursing progress notes.
• Reassess patient status every visit and document assessments on approved nursing templates.
• Provide direct procedural care in accordance with the nursing scope of practice and clinical judgment.
• Administer and monitor medications, ensuring adverse reactions are tracked and reported immediately upon discovery.
• Coordinate care and communicate effectively with physicians, technologists, multidisciplinary team members, and departments.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance, disease states, and medication management for home settings.
• Document all aspects of patient care accurately and chronologically within the electronic medical record (EMR: EPIC).
• Keep abreast of emergency procedures, maintain a safe clinical environment, and participate in leadership or committee roles as required.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Licensure: Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Jersey.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) preferred (or must be obtained within one year of employment).
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of professional RN experience required. Hospital nursing experience preferred.
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational skills with attention to detail, and working knowledge of diabetes technology.
• Compliance: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience utilizing EPIC EMR.

Why NuWest?

At NuWest, we connect talented healthcare professionals with opportunities that fit their experience, career goals, and lifestyle.

NuWest Benefits may include:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Direct deposit
• Referral bonuses
• Personalized support from your NuWest recruiting and account management team
• Credentialing and compliance support
• Exclusive healthcare opportunities nationwide
• 24/7 support while you’re on assignment

NuWest Travel Nursing Job ID #293242. 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: Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatrics: Newark, NJ