12 North Carolina Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU) Jobs
Travel Nurse (RN) - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
$3,065/wk
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Required Skills/Experience: 2 years of strong high-acuity Pediatric ICU experience; must be comfortable in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment.
Special Requests: RTO requires manager approval.
Unit Details: Patient population includes respiratory, trauma (including penetrating and non-accidental trauma/NAT), DKA, seizures, neurosurgical, acute/chronic renal failure, orthopedic, surgical, kidney and whole/partial liver transplants, complex medical, and blood disorders. RN ratios vary by acuity: 2:1, 1:1, 1:2. Required experience includes Artic Sun, EVDs, Camino device (ICP and temperature monitoring), Belmont Rapid Infuser, critical care vasoactive drip titration, invasive ART lines/CVP, ventilator and trach management, HOFV management, g-tube/j-tube and feeding tube management, chest tubes, epidurals, PCAs, sedation and analgesic drips, bedside procedures with providers, and CRRT. Uses Alaris and Medfusion syringe pumps, Omnicell, Phillips monitors, Belmont Rapid Infuser, Accuvein, PIV ultrasound, Artic Sun, Camino, EV-1000 Vigileo, I-stat, and Accuryn.
Shift & Scheduling: No call. Weekend rotation: 2 Fridays, 2 Saturdays, 2 Sundays, and 2 Mondays every 6-week schedule. These eight required shifts may be grouped together or worked separately as long as they occur within the 6-week period. Travelers will work 75% of holidays; unit requirement is the eve and day of every other holiday while contracted. Shift times: 0645-1915 or 1845-0715. Schedule cycle: every 6 weeks.
Floating Requirements: If the PICU cannot utilize them, they may float within the facility as needed to Pediatric CVICU, NICU, Neonatal PCU or Peds Progressive, or general Pediatrics units.
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Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Travel Job Responsibilities
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) healthcare professionals, including nurses and allied health professionals, play a vital role in providing specialized and compassionate care to critically ill children in the PICU. Their responsibilities encompass monitoring patients' vital signs, administering or assisting with life-saving treatments and medications, managing complex medical equipment, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. PICU healthcare professionals also provide emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times. PICU travel professionals have the opportunity to enhance their skills and gain diverse experiences while making a significant difference in the lives of young patients and their families.
Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU) Travel Nurse Jobs in North Carolina
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) travel jobs offer highly rewarding opportunities for nursing and allied health professionals to provide critical care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents. Working in the PICU requires specialized skills, knowledge, and the ability to handle high acuity cases in a fast-paced and challenging environment. PICU healthcare professionals collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care in a fast-paced environment. If you are a registered nurse or allied health professional seeking to make a significant impact on the lives of young patients in critical conditions, explore our PICU travel positions today!