Pediatric Travel Nursing Jobs

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to grow your nursing career, pediatric travel nurse jobs offer an exciting opportunity. At SkyBridge Healthcare (SBH), we connect compassionate nurses with facilities nationwide that need pediatric expertise. Whether you’re an experienced pediatric RN or just exploring your options, we help you find fulfilling work that fits your goals.

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The Role of a Pediatric Travel Nurse

Working as a pediatric travel nurse goes beyond basic clinical care. You support children and adolescents through illness and recovery, often during stressful or emotional times. It takes empathy, creativity, and the ability to form strong connections with both young patients and their families.

In these roles, nurses become advocates for their patients, helping families understand treatments and providing emotional reassurance. Pediatric travel RN jobs can also include assignments in pediatric specialties like NICU, oncology, or labor and delivery, offering even more opportunity for professional growth.

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Key Responsibilities of Pediatric Nurses

Pediatric nurse duties cover a wide range of clinical and interpersonal tasks. Travel nurses must be ready to jump into new environments and provide consistent care, even in changing circumstances.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Monitoring and documenting vital signs
  • Administering age-appropriate medications
  • Educating families on conditions, treatments, and home care
  • Communicating effectively with pediatricians and care teams
  • Supporting children through procedures using calming techniques
  • Adapting quickly to protocols in new hospital pediatric units
  • Providing culturally competent care to diverse patient populations
  • Advocating for patient safety and comfort in unfamiliar environments

Skills Every Pediatric Travel Nurse Needs

In addition to core nursing expertise, pediatric travel nurses rely on specialized traits and travel-related strengths. These include:

  • Compassion and emotional intelligence
  • Adaptability in new clinical settings
  • Strong communication with children and adults
  • Cultural sensitivity in diverse healthcare settings
  • Patience and creativity when engaging with young patients

These essential skills for pediatric nurses help ensure exceptional care wherever you’re placed.

Certifications for Pediatric Travel Nurses

While not always required, pediatric nurse certifications demonstrate your commitment to the field and can make you more competitive for top roles. They also expand your eligibility for assignments in specialized pediatric units.

Common certifications include:

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN)

Having the right credentials can increase your chances of landing your ideal travel PEDS nurse job.

Why Nurses Choose SkyBridge Healthcare

SBH is a trusted healthcare staffing agency known for personalized service and fast support. We offer pediatric RN travel jobs that align with your experience and preferences, along with benefits designed to support your lifestyle on the road.

Here’s what you can expect when you partner with us:

  • Competitive compensation, often in the top 5% nationwide
  • Tax-free per diem and weekly direct deposit
  • Housing assistance or stipends
  • Help navigating pediatric nurse certifications and licensing

We help you thrive in different healthcare settings and provide ongoing recruiter support every step of the way.

Career Outlook for Pediatric Nurses

The career outlook for pediatric nurses is strong, with rising demand due to an aging workforce and growing pediatric patient populations. Hospitals and clinics across the country are experiencing a shortage of pediatric specialists, making travel nurses more essential than ever.

Key trends include:

  • A steady increase in pediatric nursing job openings
  • Higher demand in underserved and rural regions
  • Expanding opportunities in pediatric specialties (NICU, oncology, L&D)

Travel assignments let you fill critical care gaps while building your resume with high-impact experience.

FAQs About Pediatric Travel Nursing

Most facilities require BLS and PALS certifications. Additional pediatric nurse certifications like CPN can help you qualify for more specialized roles. SBH also supports you with compliance and credentialing to make sure your documents are always up to date.

Generally, 1–2 years of recent pediatric clinical experience is required. Some facilities may ask for specialty experience, such as NICU or oncology. Our recruiters can help match you with assignments that align with your level of experience while supporting your career growth.

Yes, if you’re a licensed RN with pediatric experience, you can qualify for travel PEDS nurse jobs across the country. SkyBridge Healthcare helps you find positions in a variety of healthcare settings, from hospitals to outpatient clinics.

Travel pediatric nurses working in critical care or specialty units like NICU or oncology tend to earn the highest rates. With SBH, your recruiter will help identify assignments with top compensation and tax-free per diem opportunities.

Travel nurses in high-demand specialties or high-cost locations can earn $100,000 or more annually, especially with overtime and per diem. Our compensation packages are consistently in the top 5% of the industry, giving you access to top-tier earnings.

To reach $200k, some nurses take back-to-back assignments in high-paying areas, work overtime, and specialize in high-demand fields. SkyBridge Healthcare’s recruiter team offers one-on-one support to help you build a sustainable, high-income travel nursing strategy.

Yes, pediatric travel nurses typically earn more due to higher hourly wages, tax-free stipends, and flexibility in choosing high-paying assignments.

Start Your Pediatric Travel Nursing Career Today

Take the next step in your career as a pediatric travel nurse. Contact SkyBridge Healthcare recruiters to learn more or apply today.

Housing

SkyBridge Healthcare would like to reassure you that wherever your next endeavor takes you – you will be living your best life!

Let us, help you.

We have a couple options to make sure this is your ideal home away from home. If you so desire, we will help hand pick the best nest for you so all you need to do is arrive safely in your new home and unwind.

Explore on your own.

We understand that finding your home is something you might want to be in control of. With that being said, you can explore your living options in the area, whether that be finding a unique styled home through Airbnb or havingthe luxury of living in a hotel. The choice is yours but of course our 24/7 support is always available.