Registered Nurse – Pediatric Cardiac ICU (CICU) - Houston, TX (Full Time, Direct Hire)

Registered Nurse – Pediatric Cardiac ICU (CICU)

Location: Houston, TX
Schedule: Full-Time | Nights (7 PM–7 AM or 11 PM–11 AM) | Rotating Weekends

Compensation

• Salary Range: $42.03 – $65.10 per hour (commensurate with experience)
• Shift Differentials: $4.00/hr for nights | $2.00/hr for weekends
• Additional Incentives: Sign-on bonuses and relocation assistance considered on a case-by-case basis

Overview

Join a premier pediatric hospital in Texas dedicated to the care of children. This 420+ bed facility, featuring a Level IV NICU, is launching a new Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care (CICU) program. This is a rare opportunity to serve as a founding member of a specialized team providing advanced care to pediatric patients (ages 1 year and older) with congenital heart disease and post-operative cardiac needs.

All selected nurses will participate in an 18-week paid training and orientation program, held at both the Houston facility and a partnering institution, with travel, lodging, and meals fully covered.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care for critically ill pediatric patients with congenital heart disease or post-operative cardiac conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized, family-centered care plans, ensuring holistic care for patients and their families.
• Support program development by participating in Cardiac Hybrid Specialty Unit (CHSU) initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment while providing patient and family education integrated into nursing practice.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of recent Pediatric ICU (PICU) experience in an acute care setting. Preference for candidates with children’s hospital experience or CV Pedi / Pedi Post-Op backgrounds.
• Education: Associate Degree in Nursing required. BSN enrollment must begin within 6 months of hire and be completed within 24 months.
• Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Certifications:
  • BLS required within 30 days of hire
  • ACLS and PALS required within 6 months
  • CCRN preferred

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.