Pediatric Stepdown Registered Nurse
Cleveland, OH
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Stepdown Registered Nurse

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide specialized nursing care in a Pediatric Stepdown unit for patients of all ages up to 25 years.
• Night shift hours: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM.
• Must work at least every other holiday.
• Orientation includes passing an ECG rhythm recognition test and a safeMedicate medication administration exam.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Ohio.
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in Pediatric PCU (Progressive Care Unit).
• Current certifications issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Experience with inotropes.

Health and Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year confirming ability to safely perform job functions.
• Fit mask test (N95) within 12 months, updated annually.
• Immunizations and/or titers required:

  • Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titers)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination (required annually, no declinations accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility protocol.
• Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months, updated annually.

Background and Documentation

• Government-issued photo ID required.
• Background check including 7-year FCRA-compliant search, updated annually or after breaks in service of 2+ months.
• FBI and state fingerprinting required within 12 months, updated annually. Must be completed prior to start.
• Education verification required.
• References: 2 professional references from within 1 year of start date (manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director).
• Employment application with at least 3 years prior work history, including 2 years clinical practice in acute care and similar specialty.
• Annual skills checklist and competency exams required.

Orientation and Training

• Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome).
• SafeMedicate and ECG competency exams during orientation with required passing scores.
• Modules and onboarding must be completed before clearance to start.

Additional Notes

• Candidates with gaps in employment greater than 6 months may need to repeat onboarding modules.
• Candidates must use their legal name consistently on all documentation.
• Facility accommodates latex allergies with notification.
• Religious and medical exemptions for vaccines and fit mask may be considered with proper documentation and approval.

This position is ideal for experienced Pediatric Stepdown RNs seeking a travel contract opportunity with a focus on specialized pediatric care in a high-acuity setting.