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Pediatric | Registered Nurse

GHR HealthcareDubuque, IATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Dubuque, IA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Nov 2, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$55.00
Weekly
$1,980
Yearly (full-time)
$102,960
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
November 15, 2026

This job pays about $55.00/hour — 46% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Iowa ($37.80/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Pediatric Travel Nurse (RN) – 13-Week Assignment in Dubuque, Iowa

Join a dedicated pediatric nursing team as a Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) on a 13-week travel nursing assignment in Dubuque, Iowa. This on-site pediatric nursing job offers consistent night-shift scheduling, meaningful inpatient care, and the opportunity to live in a welcoming Mississippi River community known for its historic downtown, scenic bluffs, and vibrant outdoor amenities.

Travel Nursing Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930–$2,030
  • Assignment Length: 13 weeks
  • Start Date: November 15, 2026
  • End Date: February 13, 2027
  • Schedule: 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 6:00 PM–6:30 AM
  • Healthcare Setting: Pediatric inpatient unit
  • Assignment Type: Pediatric travel nursing
  • Location: Dubuque, Iowa

Pediatric Registered Nurse Job Requirements

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Iowa
  • At least 1 year of professional pediatric nursing experience
  • Current pediatric RN credentials or certification as required for the assignment
  • Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills
  • Ability to work 12-hour night shifts in an on-site pediatric care environment
  • Successful completion of required competency, credentialing, and compliance processes

Pediatric Travel Nurse Responsibilities

  • Provide safe, compassionate, and age-appropriate nursing care to pediatric patients
  • Complete thorough patient assessments, monitor clinical status, and identify changes in condition
  • Administer medications and treatments in accordance with provider orders and nursing standards
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized pediatric patient care plans
  • Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and ongoing care needs
  • Collaborate with providers and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support positive patient outcomes
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and promote a safe, supportive pediatric patient-care environment

Apply now for this Pediatric Registered Nurse travel assignment in Dubuque, Iowa, and join a team dedicated to high-quality pediatric patient care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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