PICU RN Job in Chapel Hill, NC

You will work as a registered nurse in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at University of North Carolina Health Care System in Chapel Hill, NC. This is a 12-hour shift position with an 89-day contract starting October 26, 2026. Weekly compensation is $2,885.

Role Overview

You will provide direct clinical nursing care to pediatric patients with complex medical and surgical conditions. Your work will follow professional nursing standards and the nursing process, with accountability to the Nurse Manager and interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support a shared staffing model between the Pediatric ICU (PICU) and Pediatric Cardiac ICU (PCICU), with flexibility to work between both units as needed. Both units are located adjacent to one another.
• Assess patient conditions and anticipate clinical changes, performing bedside point-of-care testing as required.
• Organize and prioritize patient care according to individual and family needs.
• Develop and communicate comprehensive care plans using the nursing process, consulting with appropriate resources for patients with complex care issues or unusual teaching needs.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to evaluate patient outcomes and discuss care strategies.
• Assess and address discharge planning needs early, working with families to prepare them for transitions.
• Identify and address cultural and ethnic considerations in patient care planning.
• Communicate relevant clinical information to promote continuity of care across shifts and departments.
• Develop therapeutic relationships with families that support their ability to advocate for their child.
• Participate in unit goals, performance improvement activities, and maintaining a safe, clean hospital environment.

You must hold an active RN license and demonstrate competence in pediatric critical care nursing. Prior PICU or PCICU experience is preferred.