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Amergis Healthcare Staffing lists this PICU Registered Nurse (RN) opportunity in fort lewis, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurse (RN)
Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC) | Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
$75.00/hour Total Compensation
Base Rate: $69.58/hour + $5.42/hour Health & Welfare
Amergis is seeking experienced and compassionate Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Registered Nurses to join our team supporting Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC) . In this role, you will provide specialized nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in a high-acuity intensive care environment, working alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
With nurse-to-patient ratios typically ranging from 1:1 to 1:3 , plus dedicated charge nurse and support staff coverage, this opportunity allows nurses to focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to children with complex medical and surgical needs.
Position Highlights
Typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:1 to 1:3
Collaborative critical care environment with dedicated charge nurse support
Opportunity to care for pediatric patients with complex and critical conditions
Serve military families and beneficiaries at one of the nation's premier military medical centers
Required Qualifications
Current, active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
Minimum one (1) year of PICU nursing experience within the last two (2) years
Associate Degree in Nursing or higher from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
Current certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS ) - American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS ) - American Heart Association
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS ) - American Heart Association
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive assessments and provide nursing care for critically ill pediatric patients.
Manage patients requiring advanced critical care interventions, including: Mechanical ventilation
Hemodynamic monitoring
Vasopressor therapy
Advanced life-support equipment
Administer medications and treatments safely through multiple routes while ensuring medication compatibility and adherence to nursing standards.
Recognize and respond to emergent situations, including respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, and other life-threatening conditions.
Assist with and monitor invasive procedures such as: Arterial lines
Central venous lines
Chest tubes
Temporary pacemakers
Other advanced critical care interventions
Accurately document assessments, treatments, medications, and patient progress in accordance with facility standards.
Collaborate closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, charge nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams.
Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, procedures, and discharge needs.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, risk management activities, and departmental projects.
Maintain compliance with infection prevention, patient safety, and regulatory standards.
Additional Requirements
Ability to successfully complete background and security screening
Willingness to comply with immunization and vaccination requirements
Maintain a professional appearance and conduct in accordance with military facility standards
In addition to Amergis' comprehensive benefits package, eligible employees may receive:
Up to 2 weeks paid time off
Up to 56 hours paid sick leave
Additional $5.42/hour Health & Welfare benefit paid for up to 40 hours per week
Join a dedicated team of healthcare professionals providing life-saving pediatric critical care while supporting military service members and their families at Madigan Army Medical Center .
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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