Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Pediatric RN for a Cardiovascular ICU position at a pediatric medical center, requiring 2 years of Pedi CVICU experience and a TX or compact RN license.

Details

• High-acuity, fast-paced pediatric cardiovascular ICU setting within a dedicated children's medical center
• Patient population includes congenital heart disease/defects, surgical CHD, heart failure, arrhythmias, transplant, and VAD/Berlin Heart patients
• Age range spans neonatal through young adult, with occasional adult CHD patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:1 or 1:2 for ICU status patients, 1:3 for stepdown/non-ICU patients
• Night shift: 18:45–07:15
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active TX RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), and PALS
• NIH Stroke Scale certification required (updated annually for Group A; every 2 years for Groups B–F)
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) experience required
• Valid US Social Security Number and US home address required
• Two professional references required for consideration
• Driver's license copy required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide high-acuity cardiovascular nursing care to a pediatric population ranging from neonates through young adults
• Local candidates within the facility's radius may be considered at a reduced pay rate