Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatric ICU (PICU), Full Time

Registered Nurse (RN) – Pediatric ICU This is your moment to join the team at one of the nation’s premier academic health systems and the #1 Children’s Hospital in Virginia, as recognized by U.S. News & World Report. Our hospital is a nationally acclaimed pediatric academic center, offering advanced specialty and surgical care services for children and their families. We are seeking experienced nurses to join our Magnet-recognized Academic Medical Center, dedicated to providing exceptional care and fostering innovation in healthcare. Why Join Our Team? Prestigious Academic Excellence – Work within UVAHealth, a nationally acclaimed academic hospital and Level1 Trauma Center. Comprehensive Pediatric Services: 60‑bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) 25‑bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) 38‑bed Acute/Intermediate Care Pediatric Unit Benefits of Joining UVAHealth: Comprehensive benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Retirement Savings Plans. Opportunities for professional growth with a Clinical Career Ladder and leadership roles. Additional perks such as sign‑on bonuses, education support, and generous paid time off. Responsibilities: UVA Health University Medical Center RN job duties and responsibilities integrate the ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice and the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements, and the UVA Nursing Professional Practice Model. Relationship Based Care - Self and Colleagues: reflects the influence of the nurse’s relationship with self, colleagues and patient/family on the patient experience. Relationship Based Care - Patients and Families: reflects the influence of the nurse’s relationship with self, colleagues and patient/family on the patient experience. Expert Caring: encompasses clinical assessment, planning, prioritizing, coordinating and implementation of care. Empowered Leaders: demonstrate knowledge of and actively participate in shared governance. Lifelong Learners: encompasses professional development through formal education, professional certification, internal and external learning opportunities and recognizes the value of external professional organizations. Supports onboarding of new team members and precepts as applicable. Quality Achievement: includes adherence to clinical documentation guidelines, comprehension of outcomes data, engagement in performance improvement activities and commitment to standard work. Innovation: is demonstrated by application of technologies that support patient care, actively seeking to implement evidence based practice and new knowledge generated by nursing research. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire. Experience: 1 year of relevant experience. Licensure/Certifications: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Physical Demands: Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull 20–50 lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease. Compensation: New hire compensation will be determined by previous work experience, education, and/or experience. Position Compensation Range: $39.90 – $53.00 Hourly. Onboarding Requirements: Background checks and pre‑employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety‑sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen. Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Paid Time Off, Long‑term and Short‑term Disability, Retirement Savings. Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts. Certification and education support. Generous Paid Time Off. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr