PICU Registered Nurse
Charlotte, NC
GLC On-The-Go
3x12 hrs

RN - PICU | Charlotte, NC | Contract

Quick Look

• Weekly Gross Pay: $2,633 - $2,772
• Shift: 0700-1900
• Start Date: 12/07/2026
• Duration: 22 weeks

Join a leading acute-care hospital as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) in Charlotte, NC. This facility is a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and a Teaching Hospital, recognized for its excellence in pediatric care.

Unit Information:

• Beds: 24; average patient census of 21-23
• Required Experience: 2 years of strong high acuity Pediatric ICU experience – must be comfortable in a high acuity, fast-paced environment
• First-time travelers are welcome!

Patient Types/Common Diagnoses:

• Respiratory, Trauma (including penetrating and non-accidental trauma, NAT)
• DKA, Seizures, Neurosurgical cases
• Acute/Chronic Renal Failure, Orthopedic, Surgical, Transplants (Kidney and whole/partial Liver)
• Complex Medical conditions, Blood Disorders

Patient Ratios:

• RN: Varies on acuity: 2:1, 1:1, 1:2

Required Licensure & Certifications:

• RN: BLS, PALS

Skills Required:

• EPIC experience, experience with Artic Sun, EVDs, Camino device (ICP and temp monitoring), Belmont Rapid Infuser
• Management of critical care vasoactive drip titration, invasive lines – ART lines/CVP
• Aseptic and sterile techniques, basic dressing changes, ventilator and trach management
• G-tube/j-tube management, feeding tubes, chest tubes, epidurals, PCAs, sedation and analgesic drip management
• Foley insertion and management, Alaris & Medfusion pump management, bedside procedures with providers
• CRRT experience
• Ability/Competency to float to Pediatric CVICU – discussed during interview

Support within the Department:

• CNA - 1 Health Care Tech per day to support unit secretary duties and nursing support needs throughout the shift
• Unit Secretary every shift
• Charge nurse, 24/7
• Phlebotomy, 24/7
• IV/VAT Team, 24/7
• Resource Nurse
• RT, 24/7
• Intensivist, 24/7
• Residents, in-house
• APP, in-house

Technology/Equipment:

• EMR: EPIC
• IV Pump: Alaris and Medfusion syringe pumps
• Med dispensing: Omnicell
• Monitors: Phillips
• Equipment: Belmont Rapid Infuser, Accuvein, PIV Ultrasound, Artic Sun, Camino, EV-1000 Vigileo, I-stat and Accuryn

Floating:

• Pediatric CVICU, NICU, Neonatal PCU, General Peds – will float as needed

Orientation:

• NEO
• 2 days departmental

Scheduling:

• Weekend rotation: every other weekend
• No call for travelers; if the PICU cannot utilize them, they may be floated to PCVICU, Peds Progressive, NICU, or general Peds units
• Holiday Expectations: As needed
• RTO: Manager approval
• Schedule cycle: every 6 weeks

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are a qualified RN with a passion for pediatric care, apply today to join our dedicated team in Charlotte, NC!