Job Title : Registered Nurse – PICU
Location : Naperville, IL 60540
Job Type : Contract (8 Weeks, possible extension)
Shift : 7 : 00 PM – 7 : 00 AM (Night)
Hours per Week : 36
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) team in Naperville, IL. In this role, you will provide exceptional, compassionate care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
- Monitor and assess patient conditions, including vital signs, lab results, and responses to treatments.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and healthcare teams.
- Respond promptly and effectively to medical emergencies and changes in patient condition.
- Maintain accurate, detailed documentation in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
- Adhere to all hospital protocols, infection control, and patient safety standards.
Qualifications
Education : Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.Licensure : Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois (or compact license).Certifications :Basic Life Support ( BLS RequiredPediatric Advanced Life Support ( PALS RequiredCritical Care Registered Nurse – Pediatric ( CCRN-Pediatric PreferredExperience : Minimum of 1–2 years of recent experience in a PICU or Pediatric Critical Care setting required.Skills & Competencies
Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment abilities.Compassionate, patient-centered, and family-oriented approach to care.Proficiency with EMR systems and pediatric critical care equipment.