PICU RN: Pediatric Critical Care Specialist (Per Diem)

DGADA Management - ede8; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

DGADA Management is seeking an experienced Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse for a per diem opportunity in Chicago, IL. The nurse will deliver specialized care to critically ill children, monitor conditions closely, and collaborate with the care team to provide safe, family-centered treatment.

Requirements include an active RN license, a minimum of 2 years in acute-care pediatric PICU, and Epic EHR experience. Current BLS, PALS and ACLS certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Active RN license.
• Minimum of 2 years of acute-care pediatric PICU experience.
• At least 1 year of Epic EHR experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current PALS certification.
• ACLS certification as required for the position.
• Strong critical-thinking, assessment, and emergency-response skills.
• Ability to provide compassionate, family-centered care to critically ill pediatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Assess pediatric patients and monitor vital signs, symptoms, and changes in clinical condition.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments according to medical orders.
• Monitor critically ill children and respond promptly to emergencies.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Educate families about treatment plans and ongoing care needs.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and nursing documentation.
• Follow infection-control procedures and patient-safety standards.

Skills

Critical thinking

Assessment

Emergency response

Education

RN license

Tools

Epic EHR

BLS

PALS

ACLS

Job description

DGADA Management is seeking an experienced Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse for a per diem opportunity in Chicago, IL. The nurse will deliver specialized care to critically ill children, monitor conditions closely, and collaborate with the care team to provide safe, family-centered treatment.

Requirements include an active RN license, a minimum of 2 years in acute-care pediatric PICU, and Epic EHR experience. Current BLS, PALS and ACLS certifications are required.