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PICU Registered Nurse
New York, New York
New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center

$3,219-4,038/week

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Job Opportunity: RN - PICU

Location: New York, NY
Specialty: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
Employment Type: Long Term
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Unit: Pediatric Float Pool covering General Pediatrics, PICU, and Neonatal ICU
Start Dates: Weekly start dates available; aiming for mid-October (around 10/13 or 10/20)
Shift: 11.5-hour day shifts (7:30 AM - 8:00 PM)
Schedule: Rotating 3-4-3-4 schedule
Hours per week: Approximately 40.25 hours
Call Requirement: None
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Float Requirement: Yes, float to units within acuity level
Dress Code: Navy bottom with white top or all white scrubs; shoe color depends on scrub color
Flu and COVID vaccination required (no declinations accepted)

Required Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Minimum 2 years of PICU experience within the last 3 years (highest required years of experience)
Prior travel experience required
Level 1 Trauma experience
Experience in a large academic/teaching hospital setting
Current certifications: AHA BLS, AHA PALS, AHA NRP
EMR experience
Must provide 2 references from most recent assignments within the skill set
Skills checklist matching required skill set
COVID vaccinated prior to start date
Willingness to float to appropriate units within skillset

Additional Notes

Interviews required: Voice Advantage Interview and Nurse Manager Screening
Offers valid for 48 business hours after issuance
No call requirement
Local travelers receive the same rate as non-local travelers

This position is ideal for experienced PICU nurses with prior travel experience looking for a long-term assignment in a prestigious academic medical center.

Facility

New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center

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ADDRESS525 East 68th StreetNew York, NY 10065

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About New York, NY

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Cost of Living

New York City has a high cost of living, significantly above the national average.
Wages are generally higher to match the cost of living, but it's important to budget carefully.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 84°F (29°C) and lows around 68°F (20°C).
Winter average highs are around 38°F (3°C) and lows around 26°F (-3°C).

Furnished Housing

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Transportation

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Demographics

New York City is incredibly diverse, with a wide range of ages and ethnicities.
Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air pollution.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the city.

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From world-class restaurants to Broadway shows, museums, concerts, and professional sports teams, there is always something to do in the city.

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