PICU RN
Wilmington, NC
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Start Date: December 14, 2026

Location: Wilmington, North Carolina

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour night shifts with 1:2 patient ratios. Every other weekend required. Float to Mother Baby and/or NICU as needed.

Highlights:

• Comprehensive PICU experience working with diverse patient populations including trauma, DKA, sepsis, respiratory illnesses, and post-surgical pediatric patients
• Advanced procedural exposure including procedural sedation, rapid sequence intubation (RSI), and pediatric rapid response
• Specialty equipment experience with Servo I and HFO ventilators, Arctic Sun, and EVD
• Robust interdisciplinary support including in-house intensivist coverage, 24/7 Nurse Practitioner and Hospitalist support, plus IV teams, pharmacy, respiratory services, and physical therapy
• Epic documentation system with Pyxis medication management and standardized SBAR communication protocols
• 36 hours of comprehensive unit orientation to ensure confident transition into the role

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• PICU experience required
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required
• ACLS certification preferred
• Active North Carolina RN license or Compact state license
• NICU experience preferred
• Proficiency in cardiovascular monitoring including interpretation of dysrhythmias and telemetry
• Experience with gastrointestinal care including insulin administration, insulin pumps, gastric tube management, and NG tube insertion
• Respiratory competencies including tracheostomy care and ventilator management
• Strong infection control practices, vaccine administration, and wound assessment/care skills
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Flexibility to float within the facility as needed
• Willingness to participate in Storm Team/Hurricane Team assignments and report during catastrophic events or disasters

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This PICU position offers registered nurses the chance to make a meaningful impact on critically ill pediatric patients ranging from neonates to adolescents. You'll work alongside a dedicated interdisciplinary team with robust physician support and access to advanced technology in a dynamic critical care environment. The comprehensive orientation, specialty equipment exposure, and diverse case mix provide excellent professional growth opportunities while delivering exceptional care to children and their families during their most vulnerable moments.