Pediatric Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse Job

IntelliStaff Medical is seeking Pediatric CVICU registered nurses for a full-time permanent position. This role includes TN visa assistance for qualified Canadian and Mexican RNs as well as licensing support for North American nurses.

With this Pediatric CVICU RN position, you will work as a direct employee of the hospital and receive all the benefits that entails. You will support critically ill pediatric cardiac patients in a high-acuity environment where teamwork and precision matter.

Qualifications of a Pediatric CVICU RN

• Active RN licence in the specified state. State licensing assistance is available.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• NCLEX required for Canadian and Mexican RNs.
• BLS and ACLS required; PALS required.
• New graduates may be considered but one year of recent pediatric ICU, CVICU, or cardiac care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities and Duties of a Pediatric CVICU RN

• Provide specialized critical care to infants, children, and adolescents with congenital or acquired heart conditions.
• Monitor and manage complex cardiovascular patients, including post-operative cardiac surgery cases.
• Administer and titrate vasoactive medications and advanced cardiac therapies per protocols and provider orders.
• Interpret hemodynamic data, cardiac rhythms, and changes in clinical status; respond rapidly to patient needs.
• Collaborate closely with pediatric cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, intensive care, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Educate, support, and communicate clearly with patients and families during high-acuity medical situations.

About Facility

Healthcare professionals would be drawn to this large pediatric medical centre in Washington, D.C. because it combines world-class care with a mission-driven environment. It is a 300+ bed specialty hospital focused exclusively on infants, children, teens and young adults, serving more than 250,000 patients a year from across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks it among the top 10 pediatric hospitals in the United States, with excellence across multiple specialties including cardiology, oncology, neurology, nephrology and orthopaedics. It boasts a Level I pediatric trauma centre with around-the-clock expert emergency and injury care for young patients. Its nursing teams have achieved Magnet® designation four times in a row, one of the highest honours for nursing quality and interprofessional practice in the U.S. Less than 10 percent of hospitals earn Magnet status, which is linked with better outcomes and higher staff satisfaction. The centre is also known for cutting-edge research and innovation, with premier institutes dedicated to pediatric surgical innovation and research that help clinicians stay at the forefront of their fields.

Top 5 Reasons to Live and Work in the Washington, DC Region

The Washington, DC region is a popular relocation choice for healthcare professionals because it combines strong career opportunities with a lifestyle that is actually fun on your days off (imagine that). Here are five reasons it works so well.

1. Strong pay paired with serious career options. The DC metro area is consistently among the higher-paying regions for many healthcare roles; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics tracks wages by metro area and often shows this region near the top for registered nurses and other clinical careers. In a higher cost-of-living market, it helps when compensation and benefits reflect the complexity and pace of the work.
2. Arts and culture that most cities would charge admission for. World-class museums, galleries, theatres, and live music are part of daily life here; many Smithsonian museums are free, so you can get your culture fix without needing to “budget for fun”. Add neighbourhood festivals and a diverse food scene, and your days off fill themselves.
3. International travel made easy. With three major airports nearby, direct flights to Europe, the UK, the Caribbean, and Latin America are routine. If you like to use your PTO for something other than laundry and errands, this region makes travel much easier.
4. History you live in; not just read about. Landmarks, historic neighbourhoods, and iconic architecture show up in everyday life. Whether you are into museums, monuments, or walking tours, it is hard to run out of things to see.
5. Day trips that feel like mini vacations. Within a few hours’ drive you can get to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah National Park, coastal escapes near the Chesapeake Bay, wine country, and historic towns. It is a perfect setup for quick weekend recharges between shifts.

About IntelliStaff Medical:

At IntelliStaff Medical, we don’t just place registered nurses, we help dedicated healthcare professionals achieve their dreams and goals by connecting them to meaningful work in exciting places.
We do that by never losing sight of what’s important – people. Our team is passionate about providing our registered nurses and our client facilities with an exceptional, white-glove experience. We have national and global reach with robust service delivery, and we provide the one-to-one attention you’d expect from a boutique firm.