RN: PICU

Job Description:

This pediatric CVICU contract in Dallas offers a focused opportunity to work with cardiac and post-operative congenital heart disease patients. The role involves providing specialized care on a 12-hour night shift schedule, with a team that handles ICU and step-down patients using advanced equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, and GE radiant warmers. You’ll be involved in procedures like arterial line management, post-op recovery, and patient monitoring, supporting a unit dedicated to young cardiac patients on the 3rd floor of Children’s Tower. Expect a dynamic environment where your expertise in pediatric cardiac care directly impacts patient recovery and outcomes.

Weather:

The weather around this time of year in Dallas typically features warm days with abundant sunshine, mild evenings, and low humidity. It’s ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the vibrant cityscapes or relaxing in green spaces after shifts.

Fun Things To Do:

• Explore the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden (Day Trip)
• Visit the Perot Museum of Nature and Science (Day Trip)
• Stroll through Klyde Warren Park and enjoy live entertainment
• Visit the Dallas Museum of Art
• Take a scenic drive to nearby Fort Worth Stockyards and experience cowboy history

Job Specifics:

Location: Dallas, TX

Shift: 12-hour nights

Duration: 13 weeks

Hours per week: 36.0