Registered Nurse PICU

Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)32/hour week AM / PM RotationLocation: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterAbout the PICU:Cincinnati Children's Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is a 48-bed, state-of-the-art unit providing advanced, lifesaving care to the most critically ill children. We care for patients with complex, multisystem conditions requiring intensive monitoring and intervention, including those recovering from major surgery, trauma, respiratory failure, neurologic crises, and organ failure.Position Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse with a minimum of two years of nursing experience preferred to join our multidisciplinary team. As a PICU RN, you will play a critical role in providing direct, high-acuity care to our most vulnerable patients and their families. You will work collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver evidence-based, family-centered care.Responsibilities: Provide continuous assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for critically ill pediatric patients Respond to rapidly changing clinical situations with confidence and expertise Administer medications, manage complex monitoring equipment, and perform critical interventions Advocate for patients and families through all phases of care Maintain accurate and thorough documentation in the electronic health record Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives and unit-based projectsQualifications: Current RN licensure in the state of Ohio Minimum of 2 years of acute care nursing experience (pediatric or adult critical care preferred) BLS and PALS certifications (or willingness to obtain upon hire) Strong critical thinking, clinical judgment, and communication skills Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment while maintaining compassion and precisionWhy Cincinnati Children's: Nationally ranked among the top pediatric hospitals in the U.S. Magnetu00ae recognized institution Ongoing professional development, tuition assistance, and opportunities for advancement Supportive team environment with an emphasis on collaboration and innovationMake a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families-join the PICU team at Cincinnati Children's.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Compliance - Patient Services Staff - Sustain a working understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Support leadership in Compliance efforts to meet and sustain the regulatory compliance efforts of the department and hospital. Be mindful and judicious in monitoring safety and departmental policies and procedures. Ensure all individual certifications and Safety College requirements are fulfilled in a timely basis. Work with department managers, nurse council and magnet representatives to identify and share safety best practices. Be mindful of CCHMCs processes and compliance with CMS standards and freely communicate safety and compliance concerns to leadership team members. Uses systems thinking - Sees the pieces or components; sees patient and family within the isolated environment of the unit; sees self as key resource to support the family through the healthcare experience through care coordination. Sustains a working understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Supports leadership in efforts to meet and sustain the regulatory compliance efforts of the department and hospital. Monitors and compliesApply here:

Created: 2026-03-02