RN, PICU

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Health Care System is seeking a Staff RN to deliver individualized nursing care within the PICU at Medical Center - Fort Worth. The role includes utilizing the nursing process and ensuring high-quality service while maintaining patient advocacy and collaborative practices.

Applicants must have an Associate's in Nursing, an active RN license, and 1 year of nursing experience. This full-time position emphasizes evidence-based decision-making and is a critical part of the specialized clinical team.

Qualifications

• 1 year of direct nursing experience required.
• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families.
• Utilize the nursing process to enhance medical treatment plans.
• Advocate for patients while ensuring safety and effective workflows.

Skills

Exceptional customer relations

Clinical judgment

Evidence-based decision-making

Education

Associate's in Nursing

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Location: Medical Center - Fort Worth

Department: PICU

Shift: Third Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours: 36

Summary

The RN, Staff position is responsible for delivering competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families by utilizing the nursing process to augment the established medical plan of treatment within a specific clinical unit. Operating with a strong team orientation, this nurse integrates sound clinical judgment and evidence‑based decision‑making to address the unique needs and acuity of the unit's patient population. The role emphasizes exceptional customer relations and professional communication, ensuring that care is delivered with both clinical precision and a high level of service excellence. By maintaining a focus on safety and collaborative practice, the RN Staff serves as a vital advocate for the patient while contributing to the overall effectiveness and specialized workflows of the designated clinical team.

Education / Experience

• Associate's in Nursing
• 1 year of direct nursing experience required
• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
• BLS (American Heart)

Post Hire Requirements

• PALS or NRP and specialty certifications per unit guidelines

About Us

Cook Children’s Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children’s, offering advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children’s needs.

Cook Children’s is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.