RN: PICU

Job Description:

Join a pediatric intensive care team in Wilmington, North Carolina, caring for children with complex and critical conditions including trauma, sepsis, diabetic ketoacidosis, seizures, respiratory illnesses, and post-surgical needs. This travel contract offers 12-hour night shifts with a 1:2 patient ratio, every-other-weekend coverage, and a float requirement. The role includes ventilator and tracheostomy care, gastric tube management, telemetry monitoring, procedural sedation, pediatric rapid response, and rapid sequence intubation. Nurses should be prepared to support a Storm Team or Hurricane Team during catastrophic events or mass-casualty situations. Epic documentation experience is preferred; BLS and PALS are required.

Weather:

Wilmington typically offers mild, comfortable weather with pleasant temperatures, refreshing coastal breezes, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy time outdoors. Conditions are generally favorable for exploring the waterfront, nearby beaches, and surrounding coastal communities.

Fun Things To Do:

• Waterfront Outing: Enjoy the scenic Wilmington Riverwalk and explore the nearby downtown area.
• Beach Day: Spend a relaxing day along the nearby Atlantic coastline.
• Local History: Visit Wilmington’s historic district and discover its distinctive architecture.
• Day Trip - Coastal Town: Take a day trip to a nearby coastal community for a change of scenery.
• Day Trip - Outdoor Escape: Plan a day trip to a nearby park or nature area for walking, sightseeing, and fresh air.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Wilmington, North Carolina

Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:45 PM–7:15 AM

Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week