RN - PICU | Charlotte, NC | Contract

Quick Look

  • Weekly Gross Pay: $2,439 - $2,710
  • Shift: 12hr Night Shift - 36
  • Duration: 26 weeks
  • Number of Openings: Not specified

Join a leading acute-care hospital as a dedicated RN in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). We are seeking experienced professionals for 26-week contracts, with the possibility of a 48-hour/week guarantee. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and Teaching Hospital in Charlotte, NC.

Unit Information:

  • Beds: 24; average patient census of 21-23
  • Required Experience: 2 years of strong high acuity Pediatric ICU experience; must thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • First-time travelers are welcome

Patient Types/Common Diagnoses:

  • Respiratory issues
  • Trauma (including penetrating and non-accidental trauma)
  • DKA, Seizures, Neurosurgical cases
  • Acute/Chronic Renal Failure, Orthopedic, Surgical, Transplants (Kidney and liver)
  • Complex Medical cases, Blood Disorders

Patient Ratios:

  • RN: Varies on acuity: 2:1, 1:1, 1:2

Required Licensure & Certifications:

  • RN: BLS, PALS

Skills Required:

  • EPIC experience
  • Experience with Artic Sun, EVDs, Camino device (ICP and temp monitoring)
  • Belmont Rapid Infuser, management of critical care vasoactive drip titration
  • Management of invasive lines - ART lines/CVP
  • Aseptic and sterile techniques, basic dressing changes
  • Ventilator and trach management, HOFV management
  • Oral/nasal suctioning, g-tube/j-tube management, feeding tubes, chest tubes
  • Epidurals, PCAs, sedation and analgesic drip management
  • Foley insertion and management, Alaris & Medfusion pump management
  • Bedside procedures with providers, discharge skills, CRRT experience
  • Ability/Competency to float to Pediatric CVICU

Support within the Department:

  • CNA - 1 Health Care tech per day to support unit secretary duties and nursing needs
  • Unit Secretary every shift
  • Charge nurse available 24/7
  • Phlebotomy, IV/VAT Team available 24/7
  • Resource Nurse, RT, Intensivist, and Residents in-house

Technology/Equipment:

  • EMR: EPIC
  • IV Pump: Alaris and Medfusion syringe pumps
  • Med dispensing: Omnicell
  • Monitors: Phillips
  • Equipment: Belmont Rapid Infuser, Accuvein, PIV Ultrasound, Artic Sun, Camino, EV-1000 Vigileo, I-stat and Accuryn

Floating:

  • Pediatric CVICU, NICU, Neonatal PCU, General Peds - will float as needed

Orientation:

  • NEO, 2 days departmental

Scheduling:

  • No call for travelers; if the PICU cannot utilize them, they may be floated to PCVICU, Peds Progressive, NICU, or general Peds units
  • RTO: Manager approval
  • Schedule cycle: every 6 weeks

Other Notes:

  • Scrub Color: Navy
  • Parking: Free
  • Unit Culture: Teamwork, Trust, Accountability, Respect, compassionately hard-working

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity in the PICU, apply now!