Travel Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift | Lubbock, TX

Join a dedicated pediatric care team as a Travel Pediatric RN in Lubbock, Texas, and make a meaningful difference for infants, children, and adolescents. This 16-week travel nursing assignment is ideal for a compassionate Registered Nurse with pediatric experience who enjoys working in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment. Lubbock offers the welcoming atmosphere of West Texas, a vibrant community, and easy access to outdoor recreation and cultural experiences.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,740-$1,840
• Assignment Duration: 16 weeks
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• End Date: February 22, 2027
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
• Weekly Hours: 36
• Patient Population: Infants, children, and adolescents
• Unit: 35-bed pediatric unit with typical nurse-to-patient ratios of approximately 1:3-5
• Weekend Coverage: Five weekend shifts during the six-week scheduling period
• Floating: May float within the nurse’s scope of practice, including nearby sister facilities when needed
• Call: May be required based on unit census
• Orientation: 12 hours

Pediatric Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of Registered Nurse experience required
• Pediatric nursing or pediatric MedSurg experience preferred
• Current Registered Nurse license eligible for practice in Texas; compact license must be active and in hand when applicable
• Current BLS and PALS certifications
• Experience with Epic electronic health record charting required
• Strong pediatric assessment, medication administration, and clinical judgment skills
• Ability to care for patients across infant, pediatric, and adolescent age groups
• Two professional references covering at least one year of experience within the last three years

Pediatric RN Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate nursing care to pediatric patients during overnight shifts
• Complete comprehensive pediatric assessments, monitor patient conditions, and promptly identify changes in status
• Provide pediatric MedSurg care, including feedings, breast milk handling, and support for breastfeeding families
• Manage central and implanted lines, oxygen delivery systems, and BiPAP/CPAP therapies as indicated
• Interpret and manage dysrhythmias while escalating concerns appropriately
• Apply isolation precautions and proper personal protective equipment (PPE) practices
• Support the care of patients with hyperbilirubinemia and other pediatric conditions
• Accurately document nursing care and clinical findings in Epic
• Collaborate with respiratory services, pharmacy, radiology, physical therapy, social services, interpretation services, and rapid response teams
• Float within scope of practice and contribute to a flexible, team-oriented pediatric care environment

Apply now for this Travel Pediatric RN night-shift opportunity in Lubbock, Texas, and join a team committed to excellent pediatric patient care.

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.