RN - PICU-Mesa-AZ-Pay Negotiable

RN - PICU

Job Summary

Provides specialized nursing care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Monitors complex conditions, manages critical care treatments, and responds promptly to changes in patient status.

Education & Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Required)

• Minimum 1 year of PICU, pediatric critical care, or acute care nursing experience (Preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

• Current RN license in state of practice (Required)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Required)

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (Required)

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (Preferred)

Key Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive assessments and continuously monitors critically ill pediatric patients.

• Monitors vital signs, cardiac rhythms, respiratory status, and other critical parameters.

• Administers medications, IV therapy, and specialized treatments as prescribed.

• Manages and monitors ventilators, lines, drains, and other critical care equipment.

• Recognizes and responds promptly to changes in patient condition and medical emergencies.

• Collaborates with physicians and the multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient care.

• Provides education and emotional support to patients and their families.

• Documents assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the medical record.