Registered Nurse (RN) - PICU

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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - PICU

Location: Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, VA and associated Branch Medical Clinics and Tricare Prime Clinics

Start Date: Immediate

Schedule: Full-time

Make a Difference Behind the Mission

Are you passionate about providing specialized pediatric care, detail-driven in your clinical practice, and experienced in high-acuity healthcare settings? Do you want your work to directly support the health and well-being of U.S. military families in Virginia? If so, this opportunity might be a perfect fit.

French Consulting is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the PICU to deliver expert clinical care to critically ill pediatric patients. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring safe, high-quality care, supporting interdisciplinary teams, and mentoring other healthcare personnel. Your efforts will directly contribute to positive patient outcomes and mission success.

What You’ll Do

Patient Assessment & Care

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and triage duties.
• Formulate and implement goal-directed care plans based on nursing diagnoses and patient outcomes.
• Monitor, evaluate, and document patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed.
• Provide treatment, education, and discharge instructions for patients and families.
• Deliver professional intensive nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients, continually assessing for potential or life-threatening crises.
• Recover both stable and unstable pediatric patients from general/regional anesthesia or deep sedation.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families, making referrals as appropriate.

Clinical Skills & Safety

• Administer medications (oral, IV, IM, SQ), blood products, and TPN safely.
• Demonstrate competency in phlebotomy, IV therapy, and other specialized nursing procedures.
• Operate and monitor sophisticated equipment including mechanical ventilators, hemodynamic monitoring, and cardiac monitors.
• Apply aseptic techniques, infection control procedures, and maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Respond efficiently to emergency patient situations following established protocols.

Team Collaboration & Leadership

• Assist in clinical supervision, mentoring, and training of LPNs, LVNs, nursing assistants, and ancillary personnel.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, healthcare team members, patients, and families to enhance care and resolve concerns.
• Participate in staff development programs, cross-training initiatives, and performance improvement activities.
• Provide clinical oversight, technical direction, and competency assessments for assigned staff.

Professional Development & Documentation

• Maintain accurate, timely, and concise patient records, both manual and electronic.
• Engage in self-directed learning, continuing education, and competency validation.
• Contribute to the orientation, training, and evaluation of newly assigned personnel.
• Comply with legal, regulatory, and MTF-specific policies in all aspects of patient care.

Who You Are

• You thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment, managing complex pediatric patient needs.
• You communicate effectively and professionally with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• You are mission-focused and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of military families.
• You are adaptable, collaborative, and eager to support a culture of continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree of Nursing from a college or university accredited by Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of 18 months full-time experience as an RN in a PICU within the last 24 months.
• Possess and maintain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and S.T.A.B.L.E. certifications.
• Strong clinical knowledge in IV therapy, medication administration, patient assessment, and intensive pediatric care.
• Meet all health screening and vaccination requirements.
• Ability to obtain base access and complete credentialing requirements
• Prior experience in military or government healthcare settings is a plus.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• 💻 Supportive, collaborative team environment with ongoing professional development.
• 🌍 A mission you can believe in—providing expert pediatric care to U.S. military families.
• 🤝 A welcoming culture that values your skills, expertise, and input.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re ready to make a real difference in the lives of critically ill children while supporting the U.S. military community, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and bring your expertise, compassion, and dedication to a team that values your contribution.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.