Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Marietta, GA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - PICU

Job Details:

• Work night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM
• 2 years PICU experience required
• Maintain 2:1 nurse to patient ratio
• Manage and oversee care of complex and high acuity/critical pediatric patients
• Perform Q1 hour minimum assessment and monitoring
• Provide culturally and developmentally appropriate direct clinical care
• Manage ventilator, BiPAP, CPAP, and Oscillator equipment
• Conduct cardiac rhythm (EKG) assessment and analysis
• Monitor and trend continuous vitals including cardiac rhythm, respiratory rate, O2 sat, BP, and arterial line waveforms
• Titrate vasoactive, sedation, and insulin drips appropriately
• Run and analyze bedside POCT (iSTAT, ABG/VBG)
• Assist with bedside procedures including sedated LP, arterial line placement, CVL/PICC placement, intubation, and chest tube placement
• Support and/or lead pediatric codes using PALS algorithm
• Perform sterile dressing changes
• Complete timely documentation and coordinate interdisciplinary care
• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Nursing required
• Current RN license (Single State or Multi-state Compact) required
• BLS certification required upon hire
• PALS certification required within 180 days
• Strong critical thinking and time management skills required
• Ability to function in fast-paced environment and respond to emergencies

Facility:

This healthcare facility operates a 6-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit providing highly specialized care for infants, children, and adolescents who are seriously ill or injured. The facility is the only community-based PICU in the region and features a collaborative environment with pediatric specialists including PICU intensivists, nurses, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, speech therapists, physical therapists, and child life specialists. The organization emphasizes open communication and utilizes state-of-the-art technology to provide exceptional pediatric critical care.

Location:

Marietta, GA

Marietta offers a perfect blend of suburban charm and urban amenities just northwest of Atlanta, providing easy access to metropolitan opportunities while maintaining a family-friendly community atmosphere. The area features excellent schools, beautiful parks, and a thriving downtown square, making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and quality of life.