Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics for a travel nursing job in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

• Specialty:
  Pediatrics
• Discipline:
  RN
• Duration:
  11 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Title:
Registered Nurse (RN) – Pediatrics

Location: Pittsfield, MA

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Night Shift (19:00 – 07:30) | 36 Hours Guaranteed

Start Date: 03/23/2026

A hospital in Pittsfield, MA is seeking an exceptionally reliable and skilled Pediatric RN for their specialized 3-bed inpatient unit. This is a critically small unit where your presence is vital; the unit operates with a single nurse, supported by respiratory therapists, IV therapists, and the Family Birthplace team. You will care for patients from birth through age 21 in a family-centered environment that emphasizes "rooming in" and adolescent-specific comfort care.

• Solo Unit Management: Serve as the primary nurse for a 3-bed unit, managing all aspects of pediatric care with a 1:3 patient ratio.
• Multidisciplinary Support: Utilize the provided security badge/panic button for immediate backup from the Family Birthplace staff if needed.
• Floating Flexibility: Must be willing to float to Medical/Surgical or Post-Partum units as census allows.
• Family-Centered Care: Coordinate "rooming in" for parents and integrate family involvement into the care plan for children and adolescents.
• Emergency Preparedness: Maintain readiness for acute changes in pediatric status, utilizing PALS and ACLS protocols within a community hospital setting.

• Experience:
  * Minimum of 3 years of current Pediatric experience (Required).
  • Adult Med/Surg experience (Preferred for floating purposes).
  • Meditech Expanse experience (Strongly Preferred).
• Licensure: Active Massachusetts RN License (Must be uploaded with profile).
• Certifications: * BLS (AHA)
  • ACLS (AHA)
  • PALS (AHA)
• Agency Compliance: Per MA state law, the Agency Massachusetts Temporary Nursing Service Agency License must be submitted with the profile.
• Traveler Rule: Permanent address must be over 50 miles from the facility; local travelers will not be considered.

• Shift Information: 12-hour nights. Block scheduling will not be considered.
• Reliability: This unit has zero tolerance for call-outs. Candidates must be highly dependable.
• Time Off (RTO):
  * Must be requested at the time of upload.
  • Maximum of 3 days will be considered (less is preferred).
• Transportation: Traveler must have their own reliable vehicle.
• Orientation: 8 hours of non-billable orientation.

BMC is a 298-bed teaching hospital and a Trauma Level III center. It is uniquely recognized as one of only 42 hospitals in the nation to receive straight "A" safety grades from The Leapfrog Group since the program's inception.

JOB

Requirements & Qualifications:

- Experience:

* Minimum of 3 years of current Pediatric experience (Required).Adult Med/Surg experience (Preferred for floating purposes).

- Meditech Expanse experience (Strongly Preferred).

- Licensure:
Active Massachusetts RN License (Must be uploaded with profile).

- Certifications:

* BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), PALS (AHA)

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

• ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
• ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
• ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
• ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

• Medical benefits
• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus