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Austin, TX

Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU Nurse

Position Overview

The facility seeks an experienced Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU nurse for a 13-week contract. This role offers the opportunity to deliver specialized care to critically ill pediatric and young adult patients with complex cardiac conditions.

Shift & Schedule

  • 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • 36 guaranteed hours per week
  • 13-week contract
  • Start date: December 6, 2026

Clinical Setting

You'll work in a dedicated pediatric cardiac ICU managing high-acuity patients across the neonatal-to-young-adult age spectrum, including occasional adult congenital heart disease cases. Patient populations include:

  • Congenital heart disease and defects
  • Post-surgical cardiac repairs
  • Heart failure and arrhythmias
  • Transplant and VAD patients

Patient Ratios

Requirements

  • Minimum 18 months of pediatric cardiovascular ICU experience
  • Current RN license (verify via Nursys)
  • BLS, PALS, and ACLS certifications
  • Willingness to complete facility-specific onboarding (specialty exams, EKG competency, core competencies)
  • Required immunizations and health screenings per facility standards

What to Expect

You'll join a specialized team focused on complex pediatric cardiac care. This contract provides a structured onboarding process and clear clinical expectations in a supportive environment.