Pediatric RN, PICU
Company : Shriners Children's Florida
Location : Boston, MA, 02114
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Company Overview
Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.
We are a premier pediatric specialty, research, and academic teaching hospital with a medical and research partnership with Massachusetts General Brigham. It is the world’s leading center for pediatric burn care and is the only American Burn Association (ABA) exclusively pediatric verified burn center in New England and New York.
Job Overview
Shriners Children's is the premier pediatric burn, orthopaedic, spinal cord injury, cleft lip and palate, and pediatric subspecialties medical center. We have an opportunity for a Pediatric Registered Nurse in our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.
This position is full-time, 36 hours. Day/Night Rotation. Every other weekend.
The pay range for this position is $50.12 hourly to $68.16/hourly. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and department equity.
This position qualifies for Shriners Children's Nursing School Loan Forgiveness Program.
Responsibilities
PICU Staff RN provides emergency intensive care to critically ill pediatric burn patients. In this position, you will have the unique opportunity to help our patients through their journey from the moment the child is wheeled through the door through the time the child leaves to go home. Many of our patients return for follow up care as they grow. This will give you an opportunity as a nurse to see your great work shine through the child as they grow older.
- Assesses comprehensive data including physical, psychosocial, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs and interprets assessment information to derive the diagnosis.
- Involves patient, family and health care team members in formulating a culturally appropriate individualized plan of care and identifies expected outcomes based on nursing assessment and diagnosis.
- Implements the plan of care in partnership with the patient, family and health care team members.
- Utilizes teaching strategies appropriate to the individual patient's condition and learning needs.
- Evaluates the patient/family's understanding of and response to the plan of care.
This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Requirements: BSN with pediatric, Acute/Critical Care experience required; current CPR certification required. RN in state of practice.
Shriners Children’s is an EOE/Drug-Free, Smoke-Free Workplace.
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Frequently asked questions
Working as a Pediatric RN in a PICU involves managing critically ill children, often burn patients, requiring specialized acute care skills beyond typical pediatric nursing. It demands expertise in emergency interventions, continuous monitoring, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to deliver intensive, life-saving care.
Boston's high standards in pediatric care, combined with Shriners Children's partnership with Massachusetts General Brigham, create a demanding yet rewarding environment. Nurses face complex cases in a competitive healthcare landscape, but benefit from cutting-edge research exposure and robust professional growth opportunities.
Beyond a current RN license and CPR certification, Massachusetts employers often prefer Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Critical Care Pediatric Nurse certifications. These credentials enhance a nurse's ability to confidently manage emergencies and complex pediatric intensive care scenarios.
Shriners Children's Florida emphasizes a holistic approach, integrating multi-disciplinary education and research into nursing roles. Their Pediatric RN in PICU benefits from supportive resources like loan forgiveness, comprehensive benefits from day one, and a culture valuing compassion and innovation.
This role offers exposure to unique pediatric burn and trauma cases alongside opportunities for academic collaboration, fostering advanced clinical skills. The organization's focus on evidence-based practice and research involvement encourages continuous professional development in pediatric specialty care.
Boston's dense healthcare hub drives steady demand for pediatric RNs, particularly in specialized units like PICUs. However, the competition is high due to numerous academic medical centers, making advanced certifications and relevant pediatric critical care experience crucial for securing positions.
Yes, the pay range of approximately $50 to $68 per hour aligns with Boston's elevated living costs and the specialized skills required in pediatric intensive care. Compensation scales with experience and department standards, making it competitive within the New England pediatric nursing market.
At Shriners Children’s, Pediatric RNs in PICU not only provide intensive care but also engage in long-term follow-up as patients grow. This continuity allows nurses to witness the lasting impact of their care, blending acute interventions with family-centered, developmental support.