Job Title
Registered Nurse – PICU (Travel Contract)
Location
Missoula, MT | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 13 Weeks | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) | Expected 36 hours/week | Every 3rd weekend required
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in a 12-bed PICU unit serving a pediatric population, maintaining patient ratios of 1:1 and 2:1 as appropriate
- Operate and monitor equipment including Nihon Koden monitoring systems and Drager ventilators
- Document patient care accurately using Cerner EHR
- Float to a secondary unit (typically NICU) as needed based on census and staffing requirements
- Adhere to all facility protocols; Handle With Care certification is required for all Acute RNs
- Participate in biweekly Monday orientation as scheduled prior to unit deployment
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license in good standing
- Minimum 2 years of PICU experience
- BLS certification required prior to start
- PALS certification required prior to start
- Handle With Care certification required prior to start
- Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for travel placement
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience with NICU patient populations and workflows
- Familiarity with Cerner EHR documentation
- Experience with ventilator management and critical care monitoring equipment
Why Join Us
- Work within a Joint Commission Accredited facility recognized as a leader in pediatric services in the region, offering access to advanced specialties and technology
- Gain experience in a teaching hospital environment that partners with an air transport network and holds accreditation in multiple specialty areas