Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Downey, CA
Genie Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse (RN) to provide specialized care to critically ill and medically complex pediatric patients. The ideal candidate will have recent nursing experience, strong critical-thinking skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team in a fast-paced intensive care environment.

The Travel PICU RN will assess, monitor, and care for pediatric patients with acute and life-threatening conditions, administer medications and treatments, collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals, and provide education and support to patients' families.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents in the PICU.
• Monitor vital signs, assess patient conditions, and recognize changes in clinical status.
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions according to physician orders and established protocols.
• Operate and monitor specialized equipment, including cardiac monitors, ventilators, and infusion pumps, as appropriate.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and assist with resuscitation efforts when necessary.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in accordance with facility policies.
• Educate and support patients' families regarding treatment plans and ongoing care.
• Adhere to patient safety standards, infection prevention guidelines, and hospital policies.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of recent, full-time equivalent nursing experience within the last 3 years.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state where care is provided.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Previous pediatric critical care or PICU experience.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new clinical environments and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.