Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool RN
Charleston, SC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool RN

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position: Pediatric Critical Care float pool Registered Nurse
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM), totaling 36 hours/week
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend plus holiday rotation
• Patient Ratios: 1:2 or 1:3
• Float: RN will float within scope to all Pediatric units including CVPICU, NICU, PICU
• First-time travelers accepted if they meet experience requirements

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric ICU experience (highest required years of experience)
• Preferred experience with ECMO and CRRT
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required

Licensure & Certifications

• South Carolina RN License or Multi-State/Compact State RN License required
• Certifications required (American Heart Association - AHA only):

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• Preferred/Additional Certifications:

  • ACLS (not required for pediatric units)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - not required for ER RNs
• Certification notes:

  • Certifications must be valid and not expiring within 30 days of start date
  • Renewal or scheduled courses required if certifications are near expiration

Scheduling & Work Conditions

• Block scheduling may be accommodated with manager approval, depending on unit needs
• Local radius: 60 miles; locals accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Guaranteed hours: Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• Hurricane Season (June - November): Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during this period

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background checks including 7 years of history, SSN trace, sex offender registry, national criminal, FACIS 3, and international searches if applicable
• Education verification and diploma/transcripts preferred
• Primary source verification of state license required
• NURSYS verification required for all RNs
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Physical exam updated annually, attesting ability to meet job demands
• Immunizations and titers required or proof of vaccination/declination:

  • Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or vaccination)
  • Varicella (chickenpox)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30), medical/religious exemptions accepted but no declinations
• TB testing: T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days of start; annual TB questionnaire required
• COVID vaccines highly preferred but not required; vaccination records must be uploaded or declination form completed

Competency Exams & Additional Requirements

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required
• Color blindness testing required prior to start
• Competency exam required; pediatric OR candidates may use regular OR competency exam if no pediatric experience
• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge (frontal view, business casual attire)

Notes

• Travelers must complete all required orientation modules prior to start; failure to complete may result in being sent home
• Facility may require submission and approval of requested time off (RTO) based on unit needs
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations required
• Employment application must include all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Radiation badge required only for specific units (not applicable for this pediatric float pool role)

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric critical care environment with a supportive float pool structure, requiring solid pediatric ICU experience and current certifications.