Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Phoenix, AZ
MedCadre
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Title: RN -PICU

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Job Type: 11-week + extensions

Shift Time: 12 hr Nights

Shift Schedule: 36 hrs/week; 12 hrs/day and 3 days in a week

Job Start: 01/05/2025

Note:
Local candidates will be accepted for this job.
Pay Range:$68-70/hrs.

Days and Nights Available 7a-7p & 7p-7a Shift will be decided in the interview.
 

Position Summary:

The PICU Registered Nurse provides specialized, high-level nursing care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. This role involves comprehensive assessment, continuous monitoring, and management of complex medical conditions including respiratory failure, sepsis, trauma, neurological disorders, cardiac conditions, and post-operative recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer medications, blood products, and IV therapies including titratable drips and continuous infusions.
• Interpret laboratory values, diagnostic tests, EKGs, and imaging to guide clinical decision-making.
• Provide post-operative care for pediatric cardiac, neurological, trauma, and general surgery patients.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and the multidisciplinary team to create and implement individualized care plans.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with families, providing education and emotional support during critical situations.
• Participate in rounds and contribute to clinical decision-making with evidence-based recommendations.
• Ensure safe and accurate handoff reports between shifts and care teams.

Required Experience:

• 2 years’ experience as an RN in pediatric critical care.
• NICU hospital experience preferred.
• Children’s hospital experience preferred.

Required Qualifications:

• Updated Resume
• AZ State RN License
• BLS(AHA)
• PALS(AHA)
• NRP