RN, PICU

CCMC Cook Children's Medical Center; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The RN, PICU (Designated Unit) at Cook Children’s Medical Center in Fort Worth delivers competent, individualized nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients by applying the nursing process within a designated unit. Operating with a strong team orientation, this role emphasizes safety and professional communication to support care plans.

By collaborating with NICU and pediatric specialists, the RN ensures high-quality care while engaging families and maintaining clinical excellence in a

Qualifications

• 1 year of direct nursing experience required.
• 1+ year Critical Care experience preferred.
• Active TX RN license.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized nursing care using the nursing process within the PICU.
• Collaborate with the NICU team and other specialties to address patient needs.
• Maintain safety and clear communication with patients' families.

Skills

Critical Care experience

Registered Nurse License (TX)

BLS Certification

Direct Nursing Experience

Education

Associate's in Nursing

Job description

Location

Medical Center - Fort Worth

Department

PICU

Shift Type

Third Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours

36

Summary

The RN, PICU (Designated Unit) 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 DU serves as a vital advocate for the patient while contributing to the overall effectiveness and specialized workflows of the designated clinical team.

Shift Time

7p - 7a

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Our state-of-the-art NICU is designated Level IV, the highest level of designation that can be achieved. We boast 106 private rooms and admit over 1,000 patients annually. We care for very low birth weight infants as young as 22 weeks and see a vast array of diseases, including respiratory, surgical, cardiac, genetic, renal, neurological, hematological, and metabolic conditions. The NICU also has a variety of acuity levels, ranging from infants requiring the highest level of care on ECMO to those who are ready for discharge home. Our large collaborative team includes several NICU dedicated specialties, such as physical, occupational, and speech therapies, child life, lactation, and respiratory therapy. The provider team, comprising neonatologists and Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, has a passion for teaching and collaboration with staff.

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience 1 year of direct nursing experience required.
• 1+ year Critical Care experience preferred.
• Associate's in nursing.
• Active, unrestricted TX Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS - American Heart Association.

About Us

Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children’s offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws.

Cook Children’s is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.

Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands—especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise. It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children's team, you can be an important part of making that happen.