PICU and Pediatric Floor RN
Bismarck, ND
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: RN - Inpatient Pediatrics

Location: Bismarck, North Dakota
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

Seeking a Pediatric RN to work primarily in the PICU and general pediatric floor. The role involves managing critically ill patients requiring continuous nebulizers, BiPAP, DKA on insulin drip, as well as caring for 3-4 patients on the general pediatric floor when PICU census is low.

Unit Details

• Unit: PICU and General Pediatrics
• Bed Size: 17 beds
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio:

  • PICU: 1:1 or 1:2
  • General Pediatrics: 1:3 or 1:4
• Equipment: EPIC electronic charting and medication system

Required Skills & Experience

• Must be able to care for patients in both PICU and general pediatric floor settings
• Certifications: PALS, BLS required
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated, but must be competent in PICU and general pediatric nursing

Schedule & Shift Details

• 12-hour night shifts (1830-0700)
• Approximately 36 hours per week
• Work every other weekend and holidays

Floating Assignments

• NICU (grower/feeder assignments)
• OB unit (assist as needed)
• House-wide float to provide 1:1 sitter support for safety or suicide precautions when census is low

Dress Code

• Navy blue scrubs or child-friendly colorful scrub tops with navy blue pants

Additional Notes

• Travelers typically receive a couple of orientation shifts
• Must badge in and out at the facility
• Local travelers with permanent addresses within 80 miles are not accepted
• Must disclose if previously worked at this facility with an end date at least 6 months prior to submission

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required or mentioned

This position is ideal for experienced pediatric RNs comfortable with critical care and general pediatric nursing in a fast-paced hospital environment.