Pediatric | Registered Nurse

Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Assignment in Lubbock, Texas

Join a dedicated pediatric nursing team as a travel Pediatric RN in Lubbock, Texas, and provide compassionate care to infants, children, and adolescents in a supportive children’s hospital. This on-site nursing assignment offers the opportunity to work in a Level II pediatric trauma setting while delivering evidence-based care across pediatric units. Lubbock offers an inviting West Texas lifestyle with a friendly community, vibrant local culture, and easy access to outdoor recreation.

Pediatric Travel Nurse Job Details

• Specialty: Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN)
• Healthcare Setting: Children’s hospital; Level II pediatric trauma center
• Location: Lubbock, Texas
• Assignment Type: 16-week travel nursing assignment
• Start Date: December 14, 2026
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,740–$1,840
• Nursing Schedule: 3 shifts per week; 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; 36 hours per week
• Patient Population: Infants, children, and adolescents
• Typical Patient Ratios: Approximately 1:3–5, with ratios varying by shift and unit needs
• Weekend Requirement: Approximately 5 weekend shifts during the six-week scheduling period
• Floating: May float between pediatric units and nearby sister facilities within scope of practice
• Call: May be required based on unit census
• Orientation: 12 hours

Pediatric Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of pediatric registered nursing experience required
• Active Registered Nurse license in Texas or a compact license in hand at the time of submission
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Experience with Epic electronic medical records required
• Strong pediatric clinical assessment and medication administration skills
• Experience caring for infants, children, and adolescents in a pediatric medical-surgical environment
• Ability to float within scope of practice and adapt to changing patient acuity and staffing needs
• Availability to work required weekends and designated holidays as scheduled
• Two professional references covering at least one year of clinical experience within the past three years

Pediatric RN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate, age-appropriate nursing care to pediatric patients and their families
• Perform comprehensive pediatric assessments, develop individualized care plans, and evaluate patient outcomes
• Manage pediatric medical-surgical conditions and recognize changes in patient status
• Administer medications, enteral feedings, oxygen therapy, and other treatments in accordance with established protocols
• Provide central line and implanted line care while following infection prevention and isolation precautions
• Support breastfeeding and the safe handling of breast milk
• Monitor and respond to dysrhythmias, hyperbilirubinemia, and respiratory needs, including BiPAP and CPAP management as applicable
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory services, pharmacy, therapy, social services, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Document patient care accurately in Epic
• Float between pediatric units as needed while maintaining high standards of care and professionalism

Apply now to join this pediatric travel nursing opportunity in Lubbock, Texas, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families.

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.