RN - PICU

Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN)Join our compassionate healthcare team as a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) where you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to critically ill children in need of intensive care services, while also supporting general pediatric patients.Our unit has 15 beds for general pediatrics and 5 beds for the PICU. We care for patients ages 0-18, including stable medical cases, respiratory illnesses, diabetes, septicemia, trauma, and various surgical post-operative care. The patient ratios are as follows: General Pediatrics: 1 RN to 5 patients; PICU: 1 RN to 1 mechanically ventilated patient or titratable drips; 1 RN to 2-3 stable PICU patients.Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive physical assessments of patients from infancy through adulthood, evaluating symptoms and vital signs to ensure appropriate care, administering medications as prescribed and educating patients and families on treatment plans, utilizing EPIC charting system proficiently for accurate electronic documentation, and providing care for mechanically ventilated patients and managing titratable drips within the PICU environment.Qualifications include a minimum of 2 years of PICU RN experience required, BLS (Basic Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support), NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale), and completion of a nursing education program approved by the Board of Nursing; valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Dakota. Skills include strong assessment skills, proficiency in IV management, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.Support and resources include CNA support with a ratio of 1:8 for assistance in patient care, phlebotomy support and resource nurses available on the unit, in-house respiratory therapy and pediatric pharmacy services, and 24/7 availability of hospitalists and intensivists, ensuring adequate physician coverage.Scheduling and orientation include every other weekend required, all major holidays on a rotating basis, and one day of facility orientation and two days of unit orientation with a preceptor.Our unit fosters a friendly and supportive culture that encourages professional growth and development. Free parking is available in the parking garage for all staff members.This position is based in [City, State].