PICU RN - Des Moines, Iowa

Advance your nursing career in a highly specialized Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) setting. This contract opportunity seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) who thrives in a dynamic, patient-centered environment and has a passion for delivering top-tier pediatric critical care.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Active RN license in good standing
• Minimum of one year of recent clinical experience in a PICU or comparable pediatric critical care setting
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required
• Strong clinical assessment and intervention skills specific to infants and children in critical care
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to quickly adapt to fast-paced situations and evolving patient needs

Schedule/Hours:

• Contract-based assignment with variable shifts; flexibility to work days, nights, or weekends as needed

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients, including assessment, interventions, and continuous monitoring
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and the healthcare team to develop and implement care plans
• Administer medications, manage intravenous lines, and operate advanced life-support equipment
• Identify and respond rapidly to changing patient conditions
• Educate and support families, ensuring clear communication about treatment plans and progress
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold high standards of infection control and patient safety

Benefits of this Role:

• Opportunity to practice in a renowned, high-acuity PICU environment
• Build advanced pediatric expertise while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives
• Supportive and collaborative interdisciplinary team

If you are a skilled RN ready to make a significant impact in pediatric critical care, we encourage you to apply today and play a vital part in providing exceptional care to children in need.