# Job Opportunity – Pediatric ICU Registered Nurse – Virginia
Start Date:
November 23, 2026
Location:
Charlottesville, Virginia
Compensation:
Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule:
52-week assignment, 36 or 48-hour shifts available, night shift. Three weekends per six-week schedule. Every other holiday required, including two out of three winter holidays. Patient ratio typically 1:2. May float to NICU and Acute Care Pediatrics based on staffing needs.
Highlights:
- High-acuity combined pediatric cardiac and medical critical care unit with 25 beds- Epic EMR system; 24 hours orientation provided- Advanced cardiac cases including DORV, TOF, HLHS, heart transplant; medical cases including trauma, DKA, seizures, and post-op ortho/neuro- Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and physical therapy- Pediatric cardiac experience preferred; 2+ years of experience required- Exposure to specialized equipment including ECMO, VADs, and CRRT
Requirements:
- Active or pending Virginia RN license (must be in hand by Wednesday before start date)- BLS and PALS certification required- Minimum 2 years nursing experience with 1:2 patient ratio experience- Epic charting system experience required- Trauma Level I experience preferred- Flu vaccine required (no exemptions); COVID-19 vaccine not required- Nursys verification and professional references required
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work with a diverse pediatric population in a high-acuity critical care environment. You'll gain exposure to complex cardiac and medical cases across all pediatric age groups, from neonates to adolescents, while collaborating with a comprehensive multidisciplinary team. This 52-week assignment provides stability and the opportunity to develop advanced critical care skills in both cardiac and medical pediatric intensive care.
