Pediatric Medical-Surgical and Oncology RN
Charlotte, NC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Pediatrics

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse for a pediatric unit caring for medical surgical and hematology/oncology patients aged 0-17. The unit requires float capability to PICU and NICU and offers 12-hour day shifts.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Prior travel experience not required; first-time travelers accepted if they meet experience requirement

Skills & Certifications

• Required:

  • BCLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • Ability to administer chemotherapy (Chemo)
• Preferred:

  • IV start and lab draw skills
  • Chemotherapy experience and certification preferred

Work Details

• Shift: 12-hour days (06:45 AM - 7:15 PM)
• Hours: 36 hours can be offered
• Patient Ratio: 1 nurse to 5-6 patients
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Call Requirement: None
• Float Requirement: Yes, to PICU and NICU
• Scheduling: Self-scheduling
• Orientation: 24 hours unit orientation plus hospital orientation week one (attendance required for classes each day)
• Scrubs: Not provided (fun kid tops & navy pants recommended)

Patient Population

• Ages 0-17
• Medical surgical and hematology/oncology patients

Unit Systems

• PYXIS
• EPIC
• SBAR

Important Policies

• RTO (Return to Office) after booking is not allowed and cannot be worked out onsite. Excessive call-offs or RTO may lead to cancellation and Do Not Rehire status.
• Maximum RTO allowed: 7 days for auto-offer

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Candidates must provide and maintain up-to-date:

• Background checks (within 6 months) including SSN trace, county and nationwide searches
• Drug testing (9-panel, within 6 months)
• Immunizations and health documents including:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella vaccination or titer documentation
  • Flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (if applicable)
  • BLS
  • PALS
  • CHEMO certification (if required)
• Competency exams including Dysrhythmia/EKG competency (must pass with 82% or higher)
• Photo for badge (passport style, solid white background, business attire)
• Completion of facility-specific orientation and training modules including medication safety and confidentiality agreements

Additional Notes

• Float to PICU and NICU required
• No call requirement
• Self-scheduling available
• Hospital orientation mandatory during first week
• Scrubs not provided; recommended attire specified
• Prior travel experience is not required for this position

This position is ideal for pediatric RNs with chemotherapy experience looking for a travel assignment in a hospital setting with a focus on pediatric medical surgical and oncology care.