✨ About The Role
- This position involves providing direct patient care in a specialty unit, specifically the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).
- Responsibilities include planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care based on assessments to optimize outcomes.
- The role requires monitoring and documenting patient conditions and effectively communicating with the healthcare team.
- The nurse may also be responsible for delegating tasks to ancillary personnel and precepting new hires or student nurses.
- The job requires obtaining specific certifications such as PALS and ACLS within a designated timeframe if not already held.
âš¡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have at least one year of nursing experience, particularly in a pediatric intensive care unit (PICU).
- A strong background in critical thinking and effective communication skills is essential for success in this role.
- The candidate should be able to work well under pressure and in a stressful environment, demonstrating decisive judgment.
- Experience in patient and family-centered care is crucial, as the role involves direct patient interaction and education.
- The successful applicant will be expected to collaborate across disciplines to coordinate comprehensive patient care.