Senior Pediatric ICU Charge Nurse

Kaiser Permanente; Happy Valley (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Happy Valley, Oregon seeks an experienced Charge Nurse for the Pediatrics Intensive Care Unit (PICU). You will coordinate patient care, mentor nursing staff, and uphold clinical best practices to ensure safety and quality.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, support families during critical care, and drive process improvements to enhance outcomes. Strong pediatric critical care and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Evidence of leadership in a PICU or pediatric unit.
• Strong pediatric critical care knowledge and clinical excellence.
• Ability to mentor nursing staff and guide teams.
• Commitment to patient- and family-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care across shifts in the PICU.
• Guide and mentor nursing staff to ensure high-quality care.
• Ensure adherence to clinical best practices and safety standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Support families through critical care situations and updates.
• Lead process improvements to enhance care efficiency and safety.

Skills

Pediatric CC

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Collaboration

Family support

Process Improvement

Education

Nursing degree

BSN preferred

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a compassionate Charge Nurse for our Pediatrics Intensive Care Unit (PICU) within the Healthcare & Medical Services department. In this leadership role, you will coordinate patient care, guide and mentor nursing staff, and ensure adherence to clinical best practices and safety standards. You will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams, support families through critical care situations, and contribute to process improvements. Ideal candidates have strong pediatric critical care experience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.