Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – PICU
Location: Chicago, IL
Employment Type: Per Diem
Pay Rate: $65 - $70

We are seeking an experienced Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse for a per diem opportunity. The successful candidate will provide specialized nursing care to critically ill children, monitor their conditions closely, and work with the healthcare team to deliver safe, compassionate, family-centered care.

• Assess pediatric patients and monitor vital signs, symptoms, and changes in clinical condition.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments according to medical orders.
• Monitor critically ill children and respond promptly to emergencies.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients’ families about treatment plans and ongoing care needs.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and nursing documentation.
• Follow infection-control procedures and patient-safety standards.

• Active RN license
• Minimum of 2 years of acute-care pediatric PICU experience
• At least 1 year of Epic EHR experience .
• Current BLS certification.
• Current PALS certification.
• ACLS certification as required for the position.
• Strong critical-thinking, assessment, and emergency-response skills.
• Ability to provide compassionate, family-centered care to critically ill pediatric patients.

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