PICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Fort Lewis (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing seeks an experienced Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse to join support for Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC) at Joint Base Lewis‑McChord, WA. The position offers a total compensation of $75.00/hour, with a base rate of $69.58/hour plus $5.42/hour health and welfare.

The RN will provide specialized nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in a high-acuity ICU setting, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient

Qualifications

• Current, active, unrestricted RN license.
• One year of PICU nursing experience within the last two years.
• ASN/ADN or higher from ACEN/CCNE-accredited program.
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS (American Heart Association).

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments and provide nursing care for critically ill pediatric patients.
• Manage patients requiring advanced critical care interventions, including mechanical ventilation and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Administer medications and treatments safely through multiple routes.
• Recognize and respond to emergent situations (respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, shock, trauma).
• Assist with and monitor invasive procedures (arterial/central lines, chest tubes, temporary pacemakers).
• Accurately document assessments, treatments, and progress per facility standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, charge nurses, and care teams.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and discharge needs.
• Participate in quality improvement, risk management, and departmental projects.
• Maintain infection prevention and safety compliance.

Skills

PICU nursing

RN license

ACLS

PALS

BLS

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing or higher

Job description

Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse (RN)

Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC) | Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
$75.00/hour Total Compensation
Base Rate: $69.58/hour + $5.42/hour Health & Welfare

Amergis is seeking experienced and compassionate Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurses to join our team supporting Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC). In this role, you will provide specialized nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in a high-acuity intensive care environment, working alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

With nurse-to-patient ratios typically ranging from 1:1 to 1:3, plus dedicated charge nurse and support staff coverage, this opportunity allows nurses to focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to children with complex medical and surgical needs.

Position Highlights

• Typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:1 to 1:3
• Collaborative critical care environment with dedicated charge nurse support
• Opportunity to care for pediatric patients with complex and critical conditions
• Serve military families and beneficiaries at one of the nation's premier military medical centers

Required Qualifications

• Current, active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum one (1) year of PICU nursing experience within the last two (2) years
• Associate Degree in Nursing or higher from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Current certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments and provide nursing care for critically ill pediatric patients.
• Manage patients requiring advanced critical care interventions, including:
  • Mechanical ventilation
  • Hemodynamic monitoring
  • Vasopressor therapy
  • Advanced life-support equipment
• Administer medications and treatments safely through multiple routes while ensuring medication compatibility and adherence to nursing standards.
• Recognize and respond to emergent situations, including respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, and other life-threatening conditions.
• Assist with and monitor invasive procedures such as:
  • Arterial lines
  • Central venous lines
  • Chest tubes
  • Temporary pacemakers
  • Other advanced critical care interventions
• Accurately document assessments, treatments, medications, and patient progress in accordance with facility standards.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, charge nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, procedures, and discharge needs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, risk management activities, and departmental projects.
• Maintain compliance with infection prevention, patient safety, and regulatory standards.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to successfully complete background and security screening
• Willingness to comply with immunization and vaccination requirements
• Maintain a professional appearance and conduct in accordance with military facility standards

In addition to Amergis' comprehensive benefits package, eligible employees may receive:

• Up to 2 weeks paid time off
• Up to 56 hours paid sick leave
• Additional $5.42/hour Health & Welfare benefit paid for up to 40 hours per week

Join a dedicated team of healthcare professionals providing life-saving pediatric critical care while supporting military service members and their families at Madigan Army Medical Center.

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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