Travel PICU RN — Pediatric Critical Care Specialist

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Fort Lewis (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing seeks an experienced Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse to join support for Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC) at Joint Base Lewis‑McChord, WA. The position offers a total compensation of $75.00/hour, with a base rate of $69.58/hour plus $5.42/hour health and welfare.

The RN will provide specialized nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in a high-acuity ICU setting, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient

Qualifications

• Current, active, unrestricted RN license.
• One year of PICU nursing experience within the last two years.
• ASN/ADN or higher from ACEN/CCNE-accredited program.
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS (American Heart Association).

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments and provide nursing care for critically ill pediatric patients.
• Manage patients requiring advanced critical care interventions, including mechanical ventilation and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Administer medications and treatments safely through multiple routes.
• Recognize and respond to emergent situations (respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, shock, trauma).
• Assist with and monitor invasive procedures (arterial/central lines, chest tubes, temporary pacemakers).
• Accurately document assessments, treatments, and progress per facility standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, charge nurses, and care teams.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and discharge needs.
• Participate in quality improvement, risk management, and departmental projects.
• Maintain infection prevention and safety compliance.

Skills

PICU nursing

RN license

ACLS

PALS

BLS

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing or higher

Job description

Amergis Healthcare Staffing seeks an experienced Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse to join support for Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC) at Joint Base Lewis‑McChord, WA. The position offers a total compensation of $75.00/hour, with a base rate of $69.58/hour plus $5.42/hour health and welfare.

The RN will provide specialized nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in a high-acuity ICU setting, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient