PICU RN - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Nurse - 164410 - (New York, NY)

Reference ID: 164410 Description: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Nurses are Registered Nurses that specialize in the care and treatment of critically ill infants, children and adolescence. A PICU nurses must have extensive knowledge in Anatomy and Physiology, common childhood diseases, conditions, physical and psychosocial developmental milestones. The PICU nurse must be self-directed and have good interpersonal and communication expertise. They are responsible for assessment, monitoring, and care planning, administering medication and coordinating treatment. They educate and offer emotional support to patient and family. 2yr recent PICU background required as well as BCLS and Pals. Duties and Responsibilities: Physical qualifications: