Registered Nurse (RN) - PICU
Company: French Consulting
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description We are looking for individuals
who want to join our team in Portsmouth, Virginia. Apply now! Job
Opportunity : Registered Nurse - PICU Location : Naval Medical
Center Portsmouth, VA and associated Branch Medical Clinics and
Tricare Prime Clinics Start Date : Immediate Schedule : Full-time
Make a Difference Behind the Mission Are you passionate about
providing specialized pediatric care, detail-driven in your
clinical practice, and experienced in high-acuity healthcare
settings? Do you want your work to directly support the health and
well-being of U.S. military families in Virginia? If so, this
opportunity might be a perfect fit. French Consulting is seeking a
Registered Nurse (RN) for the PICU to deliver expert clinical care
to critically ill pediatric patients. You’ll play a pivotal role in
ensuring safe, high-quality care, supporting interdisciplinary
teams, and mentoring other healthcare personnel. Your efforts will
directly contribute to positive patient outcomes and mission
success. What You’ll Do Patient Assessment & Care Perform
comprehensive patient assessments and triage duties. Formulate and
implement goal-directed care plans based on nursing diagnoses and
patient outcomes. Monitor, evaluate, and document patient progress,
adjusting care plans as needed. Provide treatment, education, and
discharge instructions for patients and families. Deliver
professional intensive nursing care to critically ill pediatric
patients, continually assessing for potential or life-threatening
crises. Recover both stable and unstable pediatric patients from
general/regional anesthesia or deep sedation. Provide emotional
support to patients and families, making referrals as appropriate.
Clinical Skills & Safety Administer medications (oral, IV, IM, SQ),
blood products, and TPN safely. Demonstrate competency in
phlebotomy, IV therapy, and other specialized nursing procedures.
Operate and monitor sophisticated equipment including mechanical
ventilators, hemodynamic monitoring, and cardiac monitors. Apply
aseptic techniques, infection control procedures, and maintain a
safe, clean environment. Respond efficiently to emergency patient
situations following established protocols. Team Collaboration &
Leadership Assist in clinical supervision, mentoring, and training
of LPNs, LVNs, nursing assistants, and ancillary personnel.
Collaborate effectively with physicians, healthcare team members,
patients, and families to enhance care and resolve concerns.
Participate in staff development programs, cross-training
initiatives, and performance improvement activities. Provide
clinical oversight, technical direction, and competency assessments
for assigned staff. Professional Development & Documentation
Maintain accurate, timely, and concise patient records, both manual
and electronic. Engage in self-directed learning, continuing
education, and competency validation. Contribute to the
orientation, training, and evaluation of newly assigned personnel.
Comply with legal, regulatory, and MTF-specific policies in all
aspects of patient care. Who You Are You thrive in a fast-paced,
high-acuity environment, managing complex pediatric patient needs.
You communicate effectively and professionally with patients,
families, and multidisciplinary teams. You are mission-focused and
want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of military
families. You are adaptable, collaborative, and eager to support a
culture of continuous learning. Qualifications Associates Degree of
Nursing from a college or university accredited by Accreditation
Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), the Commission on
Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Current, full, active, and
unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse. Minimum of
18 months full-time experience as an RN in a PICU within the last
24 months. Possess and maintain Pediatric Advanced Life Support
(PALS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal
Resuscitation Program (NRP), and S.T.A.B.L.E. certifications.
Strong clinical knowledge in IV therapy, medication administration,
patient assessment, and intensive pediatric care. Meet all health
screening and vaccination requirements. Ability to obtain base
access and complete credentialing requirements Prior experience in
military or government healthcare settings is a plus. Why You’ll
Love It Here Supportive, collaborative team environment with
ongoing professional development. A mission you can believe
in—providing expert pediatric care to U.S. military families. A
welcoming culture that values your skills, expertise, and input.
Ready to Join Us? If you’re ready to make a real difference in the
lives of critically ill children while supporting the U.S. military
community, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and bring your
expertise, compassion, and dedication to a team that values your
contribution. French Consulting is proud to be an equal opportunity
workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed
to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color,
ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age,
citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or
Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of
criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Powered by
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