Registered Nurse - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit - RNPICU 26-01313

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

Location: Long Island City, New York
Position Type: Travel / Contract Assignment
Contract Length: 13.7 Weeks
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Schedule & Shift Details

• Shift: Night Shift

• Shift Timing: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $82.32

• Total Weekly Gross: $2,840.04

• Weekly Stipend: $770.04

Job Summary

A healthcare facility in Long Island City, New York is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) for a contract assignment. This role provides specialized, around-the-clock care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents with life-threatening conditions, while delivering compassionate, family-centered care in a high-acuity environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU

• Continuously monitor vital signs and patient status, identifying and responding to changes promptly

• Administer complex medications and manage IV therapies safely and accurately

• Operate and manage ventilators and other advanced life-support equipment

• Perform detailed physical assessments and document patient responses to treatment

• Collaborate closely with pediatric intensivists and interdisciplinary care teams

• Respond rapidly and effectively to emergency situations and code events

• Support and educate families, providing clear communication and emotional support

• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (New York or compact as applicable)

• Prior PICU nursing experience required

• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and emergency response skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity pediatric environment

For more details reach at ukhan@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 518-862-1204.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.