Travel PICU Registered Nurse

Travel PICU Registered Nurse - $3,351 per week at Excite Health Partners summary:
This position is for a travel Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse providing specialized care to critically ill pediatric patients at Valley Children's Healthcare. The role involves administering advanced nursing care, monitoring patient status, collaborating with healthcare teams, and supporting families during a high-acuity clinical environment. The assignment is a 13-week travel contract with competitive pay and benefits, requiring RN licensure and relevant certifications.
Excite Health Partners is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Madera, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care

• Discipline: RN

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Start Date:

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift: 12 hours, days

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Employment Type:

Travel

Job Title:

RN - PICU
Facility:
Valley Children's Healthcare

Shift: Day, 3x11.5-Hour Shifts (07::30)

Start Date:

Assignment Length: 13 weeks (with potential for extension)
Certifications and Licenses

Required:

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California

• Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) certification (preferred but not required)

• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification

Position Overview:

Join Valley Children’s Healthcare as a dedicated PICU RN, providing exceptional care to critically ill pediatric patients. This fast-paced role requires a compassionate and skilled nurse to bring comfort and specialized medical support to our young patients and their families during challenging times. Enjoy a rewarding opportunity to make a profound difference in pediatric patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care in a busy Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, adhering to hospital policies and standards.

• Monitor vital signs, administer medications, and perform advanced patient assessments.

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.

• Educate families and provide emotional support, ensuring they are well-informed and comforted.

• Maintain detailed documentation of patient care, medication administration, and progress.

• Respond swiftly and effectively to critical situations, utilizing advanced clinical skills.

What You Bring:

• Proven experience working in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, with the ability to handle high-acuity cases with confidence.

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assess and respond to rapidly changing patient conditions.

• Outstanding communication skills to coordinate care with physicians, families, and healthcare staff.

• Compassionate demeanor, with a genuine passion for pediatric patient care.

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a dynamic environment.
Preferred

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher preferred.

• Minimum of 2 years recent PICU nursing experience.

• Pediatric Emergency or Critical Care certifications are a plus.
Compensation & Benefits:

• Weekly taxable pay: $3,040.80

• Weekly stipend: $1,505.00

• Competitive pay package with shift differentials (if applicable).

• Opportunity for career growth and professional development within a leading pediatric healthcare facility.

• Supportive team environment with access to ongoing training and certification opportunities.
Additional Details:

• ASAP start, with scheduled end date of.

• This assignment offers a unique chance to be part of a nationally recognized pediatric healthcare team dedicated to saving lives and improving outcomes for children.
If you are a dedicated RN with a passion for pediatric critical care and are ready to make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply now!
Excite Health Partners Job  # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN - PICU
About Excite Health Partners
For more than a decade, Excite Health Partners has matched opportunities with success. Starting as a two-man company, Excite Health Partners has rapidly expanded becoming a leading provider in healthcare recruitment for health systems across the United States. From Allied Health services to Travel Nursing, we address the ever-growing staffing needs within the industry. We take the time to connect healthcare professionals to the right-fit position, turning jobs into careers.

Success starts today, let's get to it.
Benefits

• Referral bonus

• Medical benefits

• Weekly pay

• Dental benefits

• Holiday Pay

• Vision benefits

• Benefits start day 1

• Life insurance

• Guaranteed Hours

• 401k retirement plan

• Company provided housing options
Keywords:
Travel Nurse, PICU, Pediatric Intensive Care, Registered Nurse, Pediatric Nursing, Critical Care, RN License, BLS, PALS, Healthcare Staffing