Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Houston, TX
TalentBurst, Inc
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,744/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration12 weeks
Pay
Description
📍 Houston, Texas
🕒 Shift: Days | 36 Hours/Week | 13-Week Travel Assignment
Assignment Details
- Specialty: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
- Shift: Day Shift
- Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts (36 hours/week)
- Auto-Offer: Yes
Unit Information
- Facility Address: 7600 Fannin St, Houston, TX
- Unit Location: 5th Floor, West Tower
- Unit Size: 14–22 beds
- EMR: Meditech
Staffing & Patient Care
- Collaborative team environment with Charge Nurse, Unit Secretary, and bedside RNs.
- Nurse staffing varies based on patient acuity and census.
- Typical patient ratio: 4:1 (Med/Surg population).
Patient Population & Procedures
The unit cares for pediatric patients requiring medical and surgical care, including:
- Cleft palate repairs
- Appendectomies
- Chest tube management
- Lumbar punctures
- Seizure management
- Non-invasive cardiology patients
- Thoracic procedures (thoracotomy, thoracoscopy, pectus bar placement)
- Orthopedic and General Surgery patients
Note: No neurosurgery, stroke, or foreign body airway removal cases.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of PICU RN experience
- Current BLS Certification
- Current PALS Certification
Preferred Qualifications
- ACLS Certification
Floating
- May float to NICU Level I or Level II as needed.
Schedule Requirements
- 4 weekend days every 4 weeks
- No on-call requirement
Dress Code
- Royal Blue Scrubs
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Employer
TalentBurst, Inc
51 nurses recommend working with TalentBurst, Inc
TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.
Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.
Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.
About Houston, TX
As a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in Houston, TX here's what you should know:- Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).
- Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.
- Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
- Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.
- Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
- Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.
- Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.
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