Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatric ICU (PICU)

$39.90 - $53 / hour

Make a profound impact where clinical expertise, precision, and compassion intersect to care for the most critically ill children. In this role, your ability to think critically, act decisively, and collaborate seamlessly will directly influence patient outcomes in a high acuity pediatric environment.

This position offers the opportunity to practice within a nationally recognized pediatric academic medical center, delivering advanced critical care while continuously expanding your clinical knowledge and skills alongside leading pediatric specialists.

The Role:

In the 25‑bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), you will provide comprehensive, high acuity care to infants, children, and adolescents with complex and life-threatening conditions. This is a fast paced, highly collaborative environment where strong clinical judgment and adaptability are essential.

In your day-to-day practice, you will:

Deliver direct, patient centered critical care utilizing advanced assessment and intervention skills
Monitor and manage patients requiring ventilatory support, vasoactive infusions, and invasive hemodynamic monitoring
Perform continuous reassessment, identifying subtle changes and initiating timely interventions
Collaborate closely with intensivists, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary teams
Provide compassionate support and education to families navigating complex and emotional care experiences
Participate in evidence-based practice, quality improvement initiatives, and academic collaboration
Contribute to a unit culture that prioritizes clinical excellence, teamwork, and ongoing professional development

This role is ideal for experienced nurses seeking a clinically challenging environment with meaningful impact and strong professional growth opportunities.

Why UVA Health:

UVA Health offers a distinctive environment where pediatric critical care nurses can thrive within a system committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and academic medicine.

As part of UVA Children’s, you will practice in a nationally acclaimed pediatric academic center delivering highly specialized care across a full continuum of services. The organization’s long‑standing commitment to excellence is reflected in both patient outcomes and nursing practice.

Here, your work is not only supported, it is elevated through a system that values the voice, expertise, and leadership of nurses.

Ranked the #1 Children’s Hospital in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report, showcasing leadership in pediatric specialty and surgical care
Practice within a Magnet recognized Academic Medical Center, reinforcing a culture of nursing excellence, shared governance, and professional advancement
Work across a comprehensive pediatric system of care including a 60‑bed NICU, 25‑bed PICU, and 38‑bed acute/intermediate unit
Engage in a department actively focused on advancing pediatric critical care through evidence-based practice and ongoing quality improvement initiatives
Be part of an academic environment that supports research, innovation, and continuous clinical learning
Collaborate with highly specialized teams delivering complex, coordinated care for critically ill children
Align with systemwide clinical excellence, including Women’s Services recognized by Newsweek’s Best Maternity Hospital 2023 list
Benefit from a strong commitment to nursing development, career progression, and clinical advancement pathways

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville:

Charlottesville offers a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and community connection. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to hiking, outdoor recreation, and renowned wineries, while maintaining the vibrancy of a university town. With excellent schools, diverse dining, and a welcoming atmosphere, Charlottesville allows healthcare professionals to enjoy a balanced lifestyle where career fulfillment and personal well‑being go hand in hand.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.

Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.

Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $39.90 - $53.00 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

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