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Phoenix Children's

Clinical Nurse - PICU

phoenix, AZ

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Phoenix Children's lists this Clinical Nurse - PICU opportunity in phoenix, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Overview

Clinical Nurse - PICU – Location: Phoenix, AZ. Department: PCH-MAIN | CA 6. Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Sun, Days vary, Shifts vary, 12am-12am. Category: Nursing. Posting #: . Employee Type: Varies. Night shift is available; New Grad RN's will not be considered. If you are a new grad, apply to the RN-New Grad opening.

Position Summary

Seeking an experienced RN with at least 1 year of experience for the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). The PICU is a 48-bed critical care unit delivering patient- and family-centered care for children of all ages. It treats acute and complex life-threatening conditions, including trauma, transplant, neurological disorders, and a broad range of critical medical disorders. Clinical leadership is available on both days and nights to provide ongoing support. The PICU environment requires strong decision-making, excellent communication and teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting.

Position Duties

Completes nursing assessment of patient conditions (age- and condition-appropriate) including physical, psychological, social, developmental, and educational factors to determine initial and ongoing care plan alignment with policy and unit guidelines.

Continually evaluates patient responses to care, teaching, and discharge plans. Documents progress and shares observations with the healthcare team and families to ensure clear understanding of patient status and needs.

Contributes to team goals by performing activities within established parameters to ensure compliance with medication, storage, and documentation standards and regulatory requirements.

Provides orientation to unit, hospital systems, and processes for patients and family members.

Supervises patient care activities of assigned team members, delegates appropriately, and provides timely feedback to maintain patient safety, infection control, and care quality.

Collaborates with the patient care team and families to establish and implement the plan of care, participates in rounds and care conferences as appropriate.

Supports a positive learning environment by modeling best practices and patient-centered care; provides mentorship and clinical instruction to students and new staff.

Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families.

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties

Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies

Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders

Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

We place children and families at the center of all we do

We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way

We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact

We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future

We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Position Qualifications

Education

Two year (ADN) degree in nursing, a four year degree (BSN) in nursing, or a Diploma Nursing degree

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or currently enrolled in an RN to BSN program (required)

Experience

At least 1 year of working experience as a Clinical Nurse outside of clinical (education) exposure (required or preferred per job listing)

Additional Requirements

Current State of Arizona RN license or a multistate compact license or the ability to establish licensure prior to start date

Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association prior to start date

Certification / License / Registry Requirements

AZ RN License OR Compact to Arizona License OR Compact State – Required

Basic Life Support – Required

Pediatric Advanced Life Support OR PALS – Required

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure

Physical requirements span sensing textures, temperatures, hearing, vision, and manual dexterity; frequent lifting may be required

Occupational exposure: inside office environment; potential exposure to airborne diseases, bloodborne pathogens, fumes, radiation, and chemicals

I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirements and occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply. I Agree.

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Worksite address

phoenix, AZ, 85003, US

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