RN: PICU

Atlas Medstaff; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas MedStaff LLC seeks an experienced PICU travel nurse for a 13-week assignment in Charlotte, NC. You will care for critically ill children in a high-acuity PICU, floating to related units as needed. Shifts are 12 hours, with day and night options, and no on-call requirements.

Candidates with strong pediatric ICU background and travel experience will fit best. This assignment offers exposure to complex cases and collaborative teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Pediatric ICU experience required.
• Travel RN experience preferred for rapid integration.

Responsibilities

• Care for critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
• Ventilator and airway management, invasive lines and devices.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across units.

Skills

Pediatric ICU experience

Job description

Job Description:

Join a 13-week travel assignment caring for critically ill children in a high-acuity Pediatric Intensive Care Unit in Charlotte. You will manage complex cases including respiratory conditions, trauma, diabetic ketoacidosis, seizures, neurosurgical conditions, renal failure, transplants, surgical recovery, and blood disorders. The role includes ventilator and tracheostomy management, vasoactive drip titration, invasive-line care, CRRT, chest tubes, feeding tubes, sedation management, and bedside procedures. Work with EPIC and specialized critical-care equipment while floating to pediatric cardiovascular intensive care, NICU, neonatal progressive care, or general pediatrics as needed. This assignment welcomes first-time travelers with strong pediatric ICU experience and includes no call.

Weather:

Charlotte typically offers comfortable, crisp weather around this time of year, with mild daytime temperatures, cooler evenings, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities.

Fun Things To Do:

• City Adventure: Explore the NASCAR Hall of Fame and Uptown Charlotte.
• Outdoor Escape: Walk through the gardens and trails at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.
• Day Trip: Visit Asheville for mountain scenery, galleries, restaurants, and local culture.
• Day Trip: Spend a day at Lake Norman enjoying waterfront dining, boating, or lakeside trails.
• Local Discovery: Visit the Mint Museum and browse the shops and restaurants in South End.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Charlotte, North Carolina

Shift: 12-hour days, 6:45 a.m.–7:15 p.m. or 6:45 p.m.–7:15 a.m.

Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks