Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse - Travel Nursing Job in Charlotte, NC Advance your nursing career as a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse in Charlotte, North Carolina (28203). This travel nursing opportunity places you at a leading Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and teaching hospital, where you'll deliver critical care to pediatric patients in a high-acuity, fast-paced clinical environment. Charlotte is a top destination for healthcare professionals, offering a vibrant urban lifestyle, excellent amenities, and a thriving arts and culinary scene-making it an ideal location for your next nursing assignment. PICU RN Job Details - Charlotte, NC Location: Charlotte, NC 28203 (North Carolina healthcare jobs) Facility: Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center, 24-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Employment Type: Travel Nursing - PICU RN Start Date: September 8, 2025 End Date: December 6, 2025 Assignment Length: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour day shifts (0645-1915 or 0700-1930) Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed Estimated Weekly Salary: $1470 - $1570 Weekend Rotation: 2 Fridays, 2 Saturdays, 2 Sundays, and 2 Mondays per 6-week schedule Holiday Coverage: 75% of holidays; every other holiday (eve and day) required Scrub Color: Navy Parking: Free on-site PICU RN Qualifications Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (North Carolina or compact state) BLS (Basic Life Support) and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certifications required Minimum 2 years of recent, high-acuity PICU nursing experience Proficiency with EPIC EMR Experience with: Artic Sun, EVDs, Camino device, Belmont Rapid Infuser, vasoactive drip titration, invasive lines (ART lines/CVP), ventilator and trach management, HOFV, g-tube/j-tube management, chest tubes, epidurals, PCAs, sedation and analgesic drip management, CRRT, and bedside procedures Ability to float to Pediatric CVICU, NICU, Neonatal PCU, and General Pediatrics as needed First-time travel nurses welcome PICU RN Responsibilities Provide high-quality, compassionate nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients with diverse diagnoses (respiratory, trauma, DKA, seizures, neurosurgical, renal failure, orthopedic, surgical, transplants, blood disorders) Monitor and manage patients using advanced clinical technology and equipment (Alaris & Medfusion pumps, Omnicell, Phillips monitors, Belmont Rapid Infuser, Accuvein, PIV Ultrasound, Artic Sun, Camino, EV-1000 Vigileo, I-stat, Accuryn) Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team including intensivists, residents, APPs, CNAs, unit secretaries, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, resource nurses, and respiratory therapists Maintain aseptic and sterile techniques, perform dressing changes, and manage feeding tubes and Foley catheters Participate in departmental orientation and ongoing clinical education Float to other pediatric units as needed to support patient care Demonstrate teamwork, trust, accountability, and respect in all professional interactions Apply now to join our healthcare team as a PICU RN in Charlotte, NC, and make a difference in pediatric critical care. Start your next travel nursing adventure today! Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHRWith over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us: Equal OpportunityWe are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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