Registered Nurse - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

Henry Ford Health • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) coordinates and delivers high-quality, compassionate patient care. The nurse uses the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care; supports patients and families; communicates effectively with the healthcare team; and helps find solutions to meet patient goals.

The PICU is a 10-bed unit managed by board-certified pediatric intensivists. It is designed and staffed to provide critical care for pediatric, adolescent, and young adult patients. A full range of pediatric support services is available to patients and families. Intensivists also consult on pain management, sedation, and total parenteral nutrition.

This is a part-time, benefit-eligible position scheduled for 24 hours per week: two 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with rotating every-other-weekend and observed-holiday coverage. The employer describes opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing.
• Health care provider certification (BCLS).
• Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities to formulate effective nursing care plans.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services.
• Effective communication skills with patients, families, and hospital personnel.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-quality, compassionate patient care.
• Use the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
• Support patients and their families.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team.
• Find solutions to meet patient goals.

Benefits

• Benefit eligible
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed