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Austin, TX

Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU Nurse

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced pediatric cardiovascular ICU nurse for a 13-week contract. You'll provide direct care to critically ill infants, children, and young adults with complex cardiac conditions in a specialized ICU setting.

Shift & Schedule

  • 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • 36 guaranteed hours per week

Clinical Focus

Care includes congenital heart disease and defects, post-surgical repair, heart failure, arrhythmias, cardiac transplant, and ventricular assist devices (VAD). Patient population ranges from neonatal through young adult, with occasional adult congenital heart disease patients.

Nurse-Patient Ratios

Required Credentials & Certifications

  • Current RN license
  • BLS, PALS, and ACLS certifications
  • Nursys license verification
  • Pediatric cardiovascular ICU experience required

What to Expect

You'll work alongside a dedicated team in a fast-paced environment managing high-acuity cardiac patients. Strong assessment skills, hemodynamic monitoring expertise, and the ability to respond quickly to clinical changes are essential.

Start Date

October 18, 2026