PICU RN: Intensive Pediatric Critical Care

EnvisionAge Incorporated; Joint Base Lewis-McChord (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi is seeking an experienced Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse to join a contract role at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. The ideal candidate holds a valid US RN license, BLS, and PALS certifications, with at least one year of PICU experience in the last three years.

The role involves complex pediatric care, documentation, collaboration with physicians, and involvement in discharge planning. Normal hours include 0700-1930 or 1900-0730, with weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Diploma in Nursing from a program approved by the state accrediting agency at the time of completion.
• Preferred: ADN or BSN from ACEN accredited program.
• Submission of college transcript and diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical duties as required in PICU, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of age-specific nursing care.
• Provide intensive care for pediatric patients with complex medical and surgical conditions.
• Document clinical activities, patient progress, and medical directives according to standard procedures.
• Assist physicians during treatments and procedures; administer medications and treatments; facilitate admissions, discharges, and patient rehabilitation.
• Act as patient advocate, assess patient/family education needs, and document educational plans.
• Manage hemodynamic monitoring, titration of medications, and procedures with infection risks (e.g., catheters, lines, tubes).
• Communicate patient status to charge nurse and physicians; verify transcription of orders; develop and manage nursing care plans.
• Administer medications within scope; research medications as necessary.

Education

Diploma in Nursing (state-approved program)

ADN/BSN preferred (ACEN accredited program)

Job description

Apploi is seeking an experienced Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse to join a contract role at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. The ideal candidate holds a valid US RN license, BLS, and PALS certifications, with at least one year of PICU experience in the last three years.

The role involves complex pediatric care, documentation, collaboration with physicians, and involvement in discharge planning. Normal hours include 0700-1930 or 1900-0730, with weekends and holidays.