PICU Registered Nurse
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick

Job Opportunity: PICU Registered Nurse

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Patient Ratios: 1:1-2; 1:3 for intermediate care
• Must have 2 years of PICU nursing experience (higher experience requirement applies)
• First-time travelers accepted
• Schedule includes every other weekend and holiday shifts
• Must be available to work 2 of 3 holidays, if applicable
• Floating required to adolescents, pediatrics, PHOC, NICU units
• Locals accepted

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) nursing experience, with experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Current certifications issued by the American Heart Association:

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• IV Certification
• Experience working with adolescent, pediatric, and trauma patients
• Proficient in:

  • Central Venous Pressure (CVP) monitoring
  • Continuous Venovenous Hemofiltration (CVVH)
  • Hemodynamic monitoring
  • Interpretation and management of EKGs
  • Pediatric Early Warning Scores (PEWs)
  • Insulin administration and pump management
  • Placement and management of nasogastric (NG) tubes

Required Certifications

• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – AHA required; RQI and instructor cards acceptable
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) – Required for ER, Peds ER, and Behavioral Health RNs (Iron Temple training)
• NIH Stroke Certification – Required for adult critical care specialties, ED, Telemetry, MS/Tele, Cath Lab, Labor & Delivery units
• Chemotherapy Certification – Not required for PICU but may be relevant for oncology units
• Other Certifications:

  • Pass/Fail Testing (EKG, Medication) required
  • Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam
  • IV Therapy/Infusion Exam
  • Color Blind Testing (if applicable)

Licensure

• Must hold a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license for New Jersey
• License name must match legal name on documentation or have proof of name change process initiated

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes
• Physical exam within the last 12 months, cleared to perform essential job functions and free of communicable disease
• Drug screen within 30 days of start (10-panel urine drug screen)
• Seasonal influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually
• Fit test and respiratory medical clearance required prior to start
• Immunizations or proof of immunity required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer required)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
• Latex allergy screening questionnaire
• Annual education sign-off and facility-specific orientation requirements

Background & Documentation

• Criminal background check required within 30 days of start
• Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history
• Work history verification for at least 1 year prior to start (New Jersey state requirement)
• Two professional references within the last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference
• Completion of facility floating policy acknowledgment for every new assignment
• Completion of annual education and safety training (OSHA, HIPAA, Joint Commission)

Additional Notes

• All RNs must complete the Peripheral IV and Central Line Education Package for new bookings (fee applies)
• Must complete required competency exams within 72 hours of signing contract
• Candidates switching between RWJ sites within 30 days may have documentation accepted from previous assignment
• Candidates must comply with all facility-specific policies and training requirements prior to start

This position is ideal for experienced PICU RNs who are comfortable with pediatric critical care, advanced monitoring, and a variety of specialized nursing skills in a fast-paced hospital environment.