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PICU

Cincinnati, OH

Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) – Registered Nurse

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced PICU nurse for a 13-week contract on day shift. You'll provide direct care to critically ill pediatric patients in a high-census environment, working alongside a dedicated interdisciplinary team.

Shift & Schedule

  • Day shift: 3×12 hours (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
  • Every other weekend required
  • Minimum 2 holidays to be worked during the contract
  • Blocked schedules available if willing to work weekends (Friday–Sunday)
  • Request time off (max 5 days) at time of application or it will not be honored

Clinical Details

  • Patient population: Infants, children, and adolescents requiring critical care
  • Float requirements: Expected to float to the cardiac ICU (CVPICU) as needed. Float assignments are given at the start of your shift; floats occur infrequently due to census but travelers are first to be reassigned if census drops.
  • Experience required: Minimum 2 years PICU experience with exposure to cardiac ICU

Certifications & Licenses

  • BLS, ACLS, and PALS (current and required)
  • Valid Ohio or compact state RN license
  • All nursing certifications (e.g., PCCN) should be noted in your application
  • Supervisor reference required (from past 2 years)

Requirements

  • Fully vaccinated (no exceptions)
  • Flu vaccine required
  • Clean background (no license hits)
  • Fingerprinting and background check completed on first day
  • Previous facility employees ineligible for 1 year from termination date

Location: Cincinnati, OH