Registered Nurse - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

Location

Baltimore, Maryland

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night shift, 12-hour shifts (7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.) with a patient ratio of 1:2.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse for our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-level nursing care to infant, pediatric, and adolescent patients with critical health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor patient vital signs and assist in emergency situations.
• Manage patients on continuous drips, arterial lines, and central lines.
• Provide care for ventilated pediatric patients and handle acute airway management.
• Conduct ICP monitoring and administer moderate sedation as necessary.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care.
• Document patient information accurately using Cerner charting system.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is required.
• Current BCLS/BLS, PALS, and Basic EKG certifications are mandatory.
• Maryland or compact RN license is required upon submission.
• Strong dysrhythmia interpretation and management, as well as experience with anti-seizure medications and pediatric dosage calculations.
• Comfortable with caring for ventilated patients and managing BiPAP/CPAP.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!