# Job Opportunity – Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse – Virginia
Start Date:
November 23, 2026
Location:
Charlottesville, Virginia
Compensation:
Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule:
13-week assignment with flexible scheduling options of 36 or 48 hours per week on rotating shifts. Schedule includes 3 weekends per six-week schedule and requires working 2 out of 3 winter holidays. May be required to float to NICU and Acute Care Pediatrics based on staffing needs.
Highlights:
- High-acuity pediatric intensive care unit specializing in combined cardiac and medical critical care- Patient population includes pediatric cardiac patients (DORV, TOF, HLHS, heart transplant) and medical cases (trauma, DKA, post-operative orthopedic, neuro, liver and kidney transplant)- Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2 depending on acuity- Epic EMR system experience required- 24 hours of orientation with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and more- Up to 40 hours of approved time off available (not during first 2 weeks of contract)
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of recent pediatric intensive care experience- Current BLS and PALS certification required- Active Virginia RN license or pending (must be in hand by Wednesday before start date)- Epic charting system experience required- Pediatric cardiac experience strongly preferred- Trauma Level I experience preferred- Proficiency with advanced skills including ventilator management, arterial line management, central line care, hemodynamic monitoring, high-flow nasal cannula, chest tube management, and administration of vasopressors- Experience with special equipment such as ECMO, VADs, and CRRT highly desirable- Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)- Nursys verification and professional references required with submission
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic, high-census pediatric critical care environment where you'll care for diverse cardiac and medical patients ranging from neonates to adolescents. With comprehensive interdisciplinary support and exposure to advanced critical care technologies, you'll expand your clinical expertise while making a meaningful difference in the lives of critically ill children and their families.
