Job Description

Compass Government Solutions (CGS) is seeking a day Registered Nurse (RN) – Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) to support patient care services at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. The hours are 7 days a week, from 06:45 - 19:15. Services will be required on Federal holidays.

In this role, you will provide high-quality nursing care to active-duty service members, their families, and military retirees in a fast-paced critical care environment. The RN will deliver comprehensive nursing services to critically ill pediatric patients with medical and surgical conditions , ensuring the highest standards of clinical care and patient safety.

JOB DUTIES:

• Ensure compliance with standard of care and practice in accordance with all established policies, procedures, and guidelines used in the medical treatment MTF and IAW JC guidelines.
• Plan appropriate nursing care set forth by the MTF, and IAW JC guidelines.
• Have the ability to react to any emergency situation, (e.g. Cardiac or respiratory arrest, hemorrhage, shock, severe physical trauma, psychiatric reaction, etc.).
• Demonstrate the ability to recognize adverse signs and symptoms and reacts quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Serve as member of resuscitation team.
• Demonstrate proper preparation of patients for treatments and procedures, to include surgical interventions.
• Render professional intensive nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients with medical and/or surgical conditions within the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).
• Provide proper care and evaluation of post-procedural patients.
• Continually assess condition of patients for potential or life threatening crises.
• Identify and address deviation from baseline vital signs, assessments, and lab tests.
• Distinguish between normal and abnormal physical findings (from physical assessment and vital sign assessment). The contracted RN shall document, report, and follow through on abnormal findings with physicians/nurses.
• Demonstrate understanding and follow the safe operation of medical equipment used for patient care as identified in the equipment user manual or similar documentation in workspace.
• Operate and monitor the performance of sophisticated equipment used in the care of critically ill patients, including but not limited to: mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring equipment, cardiac monitors, etc. Interpret and respond to complex technological data generated by such equipment.
• Be knowledgeable of equipment and supply terminology and skill sufficient to identify and use necessary equipment and supplies properly and to communicate proper use with nurses, medical staff, patients, and family members.
• Operate defibrillators, EKG machines, and cardiac monitor.
• Care for patients with central venous catheters, arterial lines and mechanical ventilators.
• Demonstrate ability to effectively communicate plans, action, and collaborate with a diverse healthcare team for the benefit of the patient, family and organization.
• Effectively educate patients and families regarding involvement in the plan of care, promotion of self-care, management of symptoms, and follow-up care.
• Formulate a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning.
• Obtain and document patient and pertinent family history.
• Interact professionally with patient/family and involve patient/family in the formation of plan of care.
• Instruct patient and/or families on preventative health care and follow-up care.
• Identify and address psychological, cultural, and ethnic needs of patients and family.
• Recover both stable and unstable pediatric patients from general and regional anesthesia and deep sedation.
• Be required to float to the Inpatient Pediatric Ward during times of low census and according to staffing needs.
• Provide coverage when warranted for medical transports to retrieve critically ill children from other health care facilities for the purpose of receiving care at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Bethesda.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Nursing from an accredited program.

Licensure

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in any U.S. state, territory, or commonwealth.

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience within the past 3 years in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).

• Candidates with combined NICU/PICU experience totaling at least 2 years may be considered if able to pass PICU competency assessment.

Additional Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required (to access government computer systems).

Additional Information

Benefits:

At Compass Government Solutions, we value our team and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth:

• Competitive Salary – Recognizing your skills and experience.
• Accrued Paid Time Off & Paid Federal Holidays – Balance work and life with time to recharge.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans – Flexible coverage to meet your needs.
• Capital Services' CSI Benefits Packages – Our signature benefit offering enhanced coverage, mental health support, and specialized resources tailored to our employees’ unique needs.
• 401(k) Plan – Planning for your future has never been easier.
• Life & Disability Insurance – Protection and peace of mind for you and your family.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Compass Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.