Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Upper Marlboro
Posted on: April 7, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics for a travel nursing job in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Pediatrics - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 05/06/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) – NICU/Peds Travel Nurse | Upper Marlboro, MD (13-Week)/n Pediatric RN (NICU/Peds) travel contract in Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 — 13-week assignment with rotating 12-hour shifts. Join a compassionate pediatric team serving neonates, infants, and pediatric patients in the Washington D.C. area. Located in Prince George's County, Upper Marlboro offers a welcoming suburban atmosphere with easy access to Washington D.C., beautiful parks, and a vibrant local community. Enjoy the convenience of nearby shopping, dining, and recreational activities, making it an appealing location for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and a pleasant living environment during their assignment. /n/nOverview/n We are seeking a skilled Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) with neonatal intensive care experience for a travel nursing job in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. This NICU/Pedi travel nurse role offers hands-on neonatal nursing and pediatric care in a 13-bed inpatient unit within the Capital Region. Ideal candidates have experience with neonatal nursing, pediatric nursing, and are comfortable working in a collaborative hospital environment. /n/nJob Details/n /n - Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,960 – $2,060/n - Location: Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 (Washington D.C. area)/n - Contract Length: 13 weeks (NICU travel contract)/n - Start Date: May 6, 2026 (or ASAP)/n - Shift: Rotating Days/Nights, 3x12-hour shifts (07:00–19:30 / 19:00–07:30)/n - Hours per Week: 36/n - Employment Type: Travel Nurse / Travel RN/n - Unit: Capital Region RN-NICU/Peds, 13-bed inpatient unit/n - Patient Age Groups: Neonates, Infants, Pediatrics/n - Typical Daily Census: 6/n /n/nRequired Qualifications/n /n - Minimum 2 years of recent pediatric and NICU experience (neonatal nursing, pediatric nursing)/n - Active Maryland RN license or Compact RN license at time of submission/n - BLS and PALS certifications (AHA only)/n - NRP certification (NRP or AAP only)/n - Experience with Epic charting system preferred (electronic medical record experience)/n - Comfortable floating within specialty, including occasional coverage to Baltimore sister campus/n - Two professional references from most recent employers (one supervisor/manager and one charge RN)/n - Locals must reside at least 50 miles from the facility/n - Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)/n - CPI Certificate (Calm Every Storm online version) may be required/n - First-time travelers accepted — great opportunity for travel nursing jobs in Maryland and neonatal nursing careers/n /n/nKey Responsibilities/n /n - Provide compassionate, evidence-based neonatal and pediatric care in a subacute NICU/Peds setting/n - Manage complex pediatric and neonatal diagnoses including BPD, chronic lung disease, ROP, poor oral feeding, NAS, metabolic disorders, and cardiac defects/n - Perform specialized procedures: circumcisions, ROP exams, oxygen therapy including high-flow, NG/G-tube management, IV therapy, blood transfusions, thermoregulation, central line care/n - Support breastfeeding and handle expressed breast milk with best practices/n - Administer medications and blood products and perform accurate neonatal dosage calculations/n - Provide patient and family education, developmental care, and discharge planning support/n - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Radiology, Social Services, and Pharmacy/n - Float within the hospital as needed and cover every other weekend and holidays as scheduled/n /n/n This travel nursing opportunity is ideal for Pediatric RNs and NICU nurses seeking a rewarding nursing job in the Maryland/DC area. Apply now to join our healthcare team and advance your neonatal nursing career on a 13-week travel contract. /n Apply now — submit your resume and references to be considered for this Pediatric RN NICU travel position in Upper Marlboro, MD. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 470480. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Pediatric About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.

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