An opportunity is available for a Registered Nurse with Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) expertise to provide critical care in a fast-paced environment. This role involves managing complex pediatric patient needs, requiring advanced skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality care. The position is a contract role based in Newark, NJ, offering a night shift schedule that allows for focused patient care during off-peak hours.
Location: Newark, NJ
Newark is a vibrant city known for its diverse culture, rich history, and convenient access to major metropolitan areas. Professionals working here benefit from urban amenities, excellent public transportation options, and proximity to world-class healthcare and educational institutions.
Schedule:
• Night Shift, 3 shifts per week
• 12-hour shifts (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM)
Qualifications and Desired Experience:
• Registered Nurse (RN) with at least 1.5 years of relevant experience
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS required; NIH preferred
• Comfort with patient populations ranging from neonates to adolescents
• Experience with EPIC electronic medical records system
• Skills in hemodynamic monitoring, EKG interpretation and management
• Proficient in IV therapies including managing ports, arterial lines, central lines, and PICC lines
• Competent in procedural sedation and administration of IV vasopressors
• Familiar with ventilator/tracheostomy management, ETT placement, and advanced respiratory support including HFNC
• Knowledge of renal support modalities such as CRRT, CVVH, peritoneal dialysis preferred
• Experience with wound care, trauma care, and critical care technologies such as ECMO and ICP monitoring is a plus
Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive, specialized nursing care for critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU
• Monitor and manage complex medical devices and treatments including ECMO, ventilators, dialysis, and neuro-monitoring devices
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans
• Perform and document patient assessments, administer medications and treatments safely and effectively
• Float among pediatric, adolescent, neonatal, and specialty care units as required
This contract role suits nurses seeking a dynamic clinical setting that values advanced pediatric critical care expertise. Candidates local to Newark or willing to relocate are encouraged to apply.
Submit your application today to advance your nursing career in a collaborative and technologically advanced critical care environment.
Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
