PICU RN: Pediatric Critical Care Advocate

Grand Strand Medical Center – HCA; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Strand Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality, patient-centered care for critically ill children. The PICU RN will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, educate families, and advocate for patients while maintaining safety and clinical excellence.

The role requires SC or Compact RN licensure, BLS, and PALS, with at least one year of acute care experience; PICU or pediatric ICU experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• RN license in South Carolina or Compact RN required.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for critically ill pediatric patients.
• Monitor patient conditions and respond to changes in clinical status.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and hospital protocols.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals to develop care plans.
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans and post-care needs.
• Document care in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

RN license (SC or Compact)

BLS certification

PALS certification

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing

Job description

Grand Strand Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality, patient-centered care for critically ill children. The PICU RN will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, educate families, and advocate for patients while maintaining safety and clinical excellence.

The role requires SC or Compact RN licensure, BLS, and PALS, with at least one year of acute care experience; PICU or pediatric ICU experience is preferred.