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Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care
Houston, Texas
The Woman's Hospital of Texas

$1,329-1,770/week

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Job Opportunity: RN - PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit)

Location: Houston, Texas
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

Unit Size: 14-22 beds
Staff: 4-6 nurses per shift (day and night), prefer CNC-free staff and unit secretary on day shift
Patient Ratios: Med/Surg 4:1
EMR System: Meditech
Floating Areas: NICU Level 1 or 2 only

Typical Procedures

Cleft palate repair
Appendectomy (appy)
Chest tube management
Lumbar punctures
Seizure management
Noninvasive cardiology only
Neuro, ortho, general surgery, thoracic cases (thoracotomy/thoracoscopy, pectus bar implants)
No neurosurgery, stroke care, or foreign body removal from airway

Required Certifications

BLS (Basic Life Support)
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

Required License

Registered Nurse (RN) License in Texas

Experience Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in PICU specialty

Work Schedule & Environment

4 weekend days every 4 weeks
No on-call required
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Dress Code: Royal blue scrubs

Summary

This is a travel RN position in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit in Houston, TX. The unit cares for pediatric patients requiring critical care with a focus on supportive teamwork. Candidates must have at least 1 year of PICU experience, current RN licensure, and BLS and PALS certifications. The contract is approximately 13 weeks long with a stable schedule including weekends but no on-call duties.

Facility

The Woman's Hospital of Texas

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Short Term Acute Care
257 beds

ADDRESS7600 Fannin StreetHouston, TX 77054

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About Houston, TX

As a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in Houston, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

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).

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.

Transportation

Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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